A study conducted in Ghana has established that individuals who consume a highly pro-inflammatory diet face more than six times the risk of developing chronic kidney disease compared to those who eat anti-inflammatory foods. The research, published on May 26, 2026, in Scientific Reports, a journal within the Nature portfolio, was carried out by a […]

The Human Milk Bank at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) has made a passionate appeal to lactating mothers with excess breast milk to voluntarily donate and help save the lives of premature and vulnerable babies across the country. Dr Ophelia Ganyaglo, a paediatrician at the facility, in an interview with the Ghana News […]

Foods with added sugar are everywhere – even in some surprising places. So how easy is it to go without sugar and what difference can it make to your health? While I typically eat a healthy diet with plenty of home-cooking, I also have a sweet tooth and tend to consume a chocolate treat or […]

The Ghana Health Service, through its Tema Port Health Unit, has led a coordinated response involving key stakeholders following the discovery of a large number of dead fish washed ashore at the Tema Shipyard (Slipway). The incident was first brought to the attention of the Harbour Master and the Operations Manager of the shipyard by […]

Women, Media and Change (WOMEC), on Monday, April 13, 2026, engaged the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) to explore opportunities for collaboration aimed at strengthening nutrition-focused advocacy in Ghana. The engagement formed part of WOMEC’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness of food and nutrition issues and deepen partnerships that support the national nutrition agenda. The […]

The Institute of Community Sustainability (ICS) has announced a temporary suspension of its nationwide sensitisation campaign against the consumption of dog and cat meat following a violent attack on its Executive Director, Eric Jerry Aidoo. According to a report by 3news.com, the incident occurred in Ghana’s Northern Region while Mr. Aidoo was undertaking advocacy activities […]

As part of activities to mark Nutrition and Hydration Week, the Ghana Health Service is encouraging individuals and families to reflect on their daily eating habits and make conscious efforts to adopt healthier lifestyles. The campaign seeks to raise awareness about the importance of balanced nutrition and proper hydration in maintaining overall health and preventing […]

Carrots might get all the credit when it comes to eye health, but your options for supporting your vision are far more vast than the classic orange veggie.  A well-balanced diet, rich in specific vitamins and antioxidants, can make a difference in maintaining sharp vision and protecting against age-related eye issues. Before we dive in, […]

As Ghana joined the rest of the world on March 4th to mark World Obesity Day under the theme #8BillionReasons to Act on Obesity, a Nutrition Expert who serves as the Regional Health Nutrition Officer of the Central Region, Rachael Effe Asabo Mensah, has raised concerns about the rising rate of obesity in Ghana, warning […]

Some scientists argue that a low-salt diet is just as dangerous as high salt consumption. What’s the reality? In 2017, Turkish chef Nusret Gökçe went viral after a video lovingly seasoning a massive steak with a pinch of salt amassed millions of views online and earned him the nickname “salt bae”. But it wasn’t just […]