Life in the UK can feel routine—work, commuting, bills, family responsibilities, and endless scrolling to unwind. While predictable days can feel comforting, some quiet, everyday habits may be silently harming your physical and mental health over time. The good news? Once you notice them, you can start making small changes that protect your health in […]
For many children in the UK today, sugar shows up everywhere—from sweets and chocolate to packaged snacks, fizzy drinks, fruit juices, and even foods marketed as “healthy.” While sugar itself is not harmful when consumed in moderation, too much added sugar can seriously affect a child’s physical, dental, and emotional health. For Nigerian parents raising […]
Taking part in Dry January—a popular UK health challenge where people avoid alcohol for the first month of the year—comes with many benefits, from better sleep to improved liver health. However, some Nigerians in the UK may notice something unexpected: changes in their bowel habits. Alcohol affects the digestive system, so stopping suddenly can alter […]
With the recent icy and cold weather across the UK, NHS hospitals are seeing a rise in injuries caused by slips and falls 🧊. These accidents can happen quickly—on pavements, driveways, bus stops, or even at home—so it’s important to know what to do if you or someone else falls. If Someone Falls: Stay Calm […]
Winter Health Awareness | Naija UK Connect 🇬🇧🇳🇬 As UK temperatures drop, many Nigerians notice something unusual: fingers or toes suddenly turning pale, blue, or painful when exposed to cold or stress. If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing Raynaud’s phenomenon. Raynaud’s affects how blood flows to the fingers and toes and is more […]
By Oluwafunmilola Adefuye | Naija UK Connect You will agree with me that back home, cold was never this serious — but UK winter plays by different rules. ❄️ For many Nigerians in the UK, winter comes with a shock: long-lasting cold, low sunlight, damp weather, and freezing winds that affect the body differently from […]
Many popular drinks in the UK contain far more sugar than most people realise. What feels like a quick refresh or energy boost can quietly become a sugar overload. For context, the NHS recommends no more than 30g of free sugar per day for adults. Just one drink can meet—or exceed—that limit. Below is a […]
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a common but serious infection in children. If detected early, it can be treated easily. If ignored, it can lead to kidney damage or blood infection (sepsis). For Nigerian parents raising children in the UK, understanding the warning signs, risk factors, and when to see a GP is very important. […]
Boxing Day is for leftovers, visits, and more enjoyment after Christmas. But for many families, it’s also the peak time for food poisoning, especially after eating reheated or poorly stored food. The good news? Food poisoning is usually not serious and most people recover within a few days to one week. Here’s what every Nigerian […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — How to Recognise It and What Can Help Christmas in the UK can feel very different from Christmas back home. Short daylight hours, cold weather, distance from family, immigration pressure, work stress, and financial expectations can all weigh heavily—especially for Nigerians living in the UK. If […]
