Top Waterproof Makeup

Summertime is the perfect time of year to need waterproof makeup. Whether you’re swimming, hitting the beach, or if you’re just going out into the sweltering temperatures of summer then you definitely need makeup that won’t slide off of your face. Of course waterproof makeup can also be needed during weddings, funerals, or other times throughout the year. Sure you can use a makeup primer or sealer, but if your makeup product itself is waterproof then you wo

2. Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay Waterproof Concealer

This concealer is a full-coverage concealer that’s also waterproof at the same time. It’s infused with vitamins A and E, plus it’s made from Amazonian clay which nourishes your skin while completely covering any discoloration or imperfection. The clay also acts as a skin balancer, meaning that it helps reduce redness and flakiness while working to improve the overall texture of your skin. The bonus is that the coverage is actually buildable, even though the formula is thicker. So you can easily hide any imperfection, dark circle, age spot, freckle or blemish without any problem.

3. Tarte Matte Waterproof Bronzer

This waterproof mineral-based bronzer is just like Tarte’s best-selling mineral bronzer, with the added benefit of being waterproof. Overall it’s a nice lightweight bronzer that gives your skin just the right amount of color for a perfect sun-kissed glow. The bonus is that it’s also infused with skin-softening pigments which work hard to improve the texture, tone, and clarity of your skin all day long no matter how humid the day may be.

4. Benefit Cosmetics Benetint

If you love cheek stain then this should be your go-to product, especially for summertime or anytime you want your blush to stay in place through thick and thin. The cheek tint can be used alone or under your favorite blush. The sheer tint goes on natural, gives you cheeks a perfectly natural glow, and is waterproof so it will last through whatever you can throw at it. As a bonus you can also use it on your lips as a quick stain.

5. Sephora Collection Retractable Waterproof Lip Liner

Most lip liners on the market are definitely not waterproof, but Sephora has one that is waterproof and retractable as well. One end features the lip liner while the other end of the pencil offers a brush. It comes in a very wide variety of colors, it is very affordable, and not having to search for a sharpener is a plus.

6. Makeup For Ever Super Lip Gloss

A waterproof lip gloss? You bet! Thanks to Makeup For Ever anyway. The transparent mini-tube is easy to place in your pocket or your purse, so you have instant access to a beautifully beige neutral and waterproof lip gloss. The formula in non-drying, which is surprising since it’s waterproof, and the infusion of vanilla may remind you of vanilla cupcakes. So the bad thing is that you may be tempted to eat it off of your lips.

7. Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner

Not exactly waterproof, but it is water-resistant so even though you can’t technically swim in this eyeliner you can wear it in heat and humidity without concern. It’s also a good eyeliner for weddings, or any time when you may think of tearing up. The gel-base makes this eyeliner very easy to apply, allowing it to glide on smoothly and effortlessly. Once in place it quickly dries down to a water-resistant finish, so you can get on with life without worrying about raccoon eyes.

8. Buxom Stay-There Eye Shadow

We love Buxom and Bare Escential products, so imagine how happy we were when we found out that their Stay-There Eye Shadow is actually waterproof. The shadow has a very lightweight texture, but offers very vivid color to your lids. The formula is paraben-free, and contains Aloe and Vitamin E to help soothe and nourish your eye area. As a bonus they also have tons of fun and trendy shades to choose from.

1. Makeup For Ever Face & Body Liquid Makeup

This top-selling formula is a water-based gel that contains no emulsifiers, and is completely natural. So if you’re looking for something for aging skin or a foundation that’s hydrating, then you need to look elsewhere. The purpose of this foundation is to offer a water-proof foundation that feels super light, but gives you a natural and satin finish. Makeup For Ever does state that the foundation can be used on fine lines and large pores, but it is mostly formulated for normal skin types. The bonus is that you can use it as body makeup as well, so if you have an imperfection on your décolleté or anywhere else you use this foundation to get the job done well.

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Top 5 Foundations for Women Over 40 The Best Bargains and Splurges

If you are over 40 or creeping closer, you should be aware that not all types of foundations will be your friend. Since you will want something that will not advertise the fine lines and wrinkles on your face, you should try to avoid powdery or shimmery foundation makeup. Also, you may want to think of using a good makeup primer first and then choose of these great Top 5 Foundations picks to accompany it.

1. Smashbox High Definition Healthy FX Foundation SPF 15 - Splurge

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Smashbox High Definition Foundation gives a flawless finish, but with a kick. They have come up with this special formulation that actually makes your skin healthier from the inside out. They also offer a built in time-released moisturizer that last all day, as well as extra all day firming benefits. This great HD foundation is also oil-free, comes in a pump dispenser so there will be no contamination, and is available 13 shades.

2. Clinique Even Better Makeup - Bargain

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Clinique has a fabulous product to help deal with age spots called Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Corrector.  Well they decided to combine the benefits of this skin care product with their world famous oil-free foundation, giving you their Even Better Makeup with SPF15.  Sure it doesn't have a lot of anti-aging properties, but if your big problem area is age spots then this is the one foundation that you must have. Basically it improves the clarity of your skin, evens skin tone, and diminishes age spots (in all skin types) in 4-6 weeks.  The bonus is that it's available in 20 whopping shades, so you'll definitely find a match for your tone.

3. Elizabeth Arden Intervene Makeup SPF 15 - Splurge

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Arden's Intervene makeup foundation is a definite must-have if you are beginning to see any fine lines or wrinkles. They claim that it will give your skin a firmer look and actually delay the appearance of wrinkles. I have seen some before and after for this foundation and have to say that it definitely seems to follow through.
Other pluses include a soft and natural finish, it's 100% oil free, it gives a medium to full coverage, lasts all day, contains vitamin C and E, and comes in a very wide variety of shades. The great part about the shade selection is that it is available in 12 shades, from the very lightest to a pretty good darker tone.

4. Almay Smart Shade™ Anti-Aging Makeup - Bargain

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Almay has a really fabulous foundation named Smart Shade™, which helps to take the guess work out of finding a perfectly matching foundation in a drugstore setting.  Now they have kicked it up a notch by creating their Smart Shade™ Anti-Aging Makeup.  Not only does it match your skin tone, but it helps to fight the signs of aging.  According to Almay's studies, "4 out of 5 women saw an instant reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles".  With an added SPF20, three simple shades to choose from and an affordable price, this is one mature skin foundation that needs to grace your morning bathroom counter.

5. Lancome Absolue BX Makeup SPF 18 - Splurg

Lancome has an entire line of Absolue products to help with aging, and the foundation makeup is a great finishing step. The texture of the foundation is very soft and nice, so it applies very easily. Absolue works hard to even out your complexion while giving you a medium to full coverage, without settling into fine lines and wrinkles.
Lancome's breakthrough technology actually works to rejuvenate your skin as well as help with your skin's suppleness. Absolue also works to restore moisture that has been lost in your skin. Finally, it comes in a pump container so there is no contamination, and it is available in 12 shades.

Menopause and Overactive Bladder: Yes, They're Connected

Do you plan your day to make sure bathroom stops will be available at short notice and scope out buildings so you always know where the nearest bathroom is? Do you tell yourself to wait an hour for that glass of iced tea so you won't have to dash for the ladies'? If so, it's likely you have a condition called overactive bladder, or OAB. And if you're between 40 and 55, you may be one of the many women for whom OAB is a menopause- and age-related problem.
10 Ways to Live Normally With a Leaky Bladder
One comfort: You're in good company. Studies show overactive bladder affects at least -- and probably more than -- 17 percent of women in the U.S. Why more? Because this problem is vastly underreported, due to the embarrassment factor. (It's not the easiest thing to talk to your doctor about.) But help is available. In the meantime, here's what you should know about the connection between OAB and menopause -- along with available treatments.
What's the connection between menopause and OAB?
During perimenopause, the period leading up to menopause, and menopause itself, the level of estrogen -- which helps to keep the tissues of your bladder and urethra healthy -- begins to drop significantly. If you've begun to notice dryness and sensitivity during sex, it's likely you're at risk for bladder problems as well. The reason: Just as the tissues of the vaginal wall begin to thin and dry out, so does the tissue that lines the bladder. When that happens, your bladder becomes more sensitive to irritants and more susceptible to "hair-trigger" releases.
What's more, lack of estrogen can cause the pelvic muscles, which are responsible for maintaining bladder control, to weaken, eventually resulting in incontinence.
What kinds of bladder control problems can happen with menopause?
Overactive bladder problems take several forms:

• Urgency: When you have to go, you have to go now.
• Frequency: You have to go all the time, defined as a problem if you need to go more than eight times in a 24-hour period. And yes, this problem is a doozy for sleep disruption.
• Urge incontinence: The need to go now comes on suddenly, and if life conspires to keep you from a bathroom, you're likely to have an accident.

How is overactive bladder diagnosed?
To diagnose a bladder control problem, your doctor will perform a physical exam, including a pelvic exam, and order lab tests to look for signs of a urinary tract infection or other problems. The doctor will likely ask you to keep a "voiding diary" in which you write down when you go, note any associated symptoms, and describe accidents or other problems. Keeping a diary can also help you reconstruct the circumstances prior to an accident (what you ate and drank beforehand, for example) or any overwhelming urges you can recall.
What treatments are available for menopause-related overactive bladder?
There are treatments for overactive bladder that help you control urges, treatments that strengthen muscles or improve muscle control, and treatments aimed to reduce irritation. Your primary care physician or a specialist can work with you to analyze the type of bladder problems you're having and devise the best treatment plan. Doctors are likely to suggest lifestyle changes, muscle-strengthening exercises, and bladder retraining before they start considering medications -- which might have side effects -- or surgery. What follows are the most common treatment strategies for bladder problems associated with menopause, in the approximate order a doctor might suggest them.
Treatments for menopause-related OAB
Dietary changes
Many women are surprised to learn how dramatically what they eat and drink can affect bladder function. With that in mind, try eliminating these foods and beverages -- all known to irritate the bladder, triggering urges -- one at a time:

• coffee and black tea
• citrus fruits and juices
• chocolate
• regular and diet sodas
• alcohol
• spicy foods
• tomatoes and tomato-based foods and sauces
• artificial sweeteners
• vinegar and vinegar-based salad dressings

To protect your bladder from irritation and urges:

• Drink eight glasses of water, spaced throughout the day.
• Drink milk, almond milk, or soy milk to see if this soothes the bladder.
• Take a probiotic supplement, which helps control yeast growth and promotes a healthy bladder.

Strengthening bladder muscles with Kegel exercises
With menopause and age, the pelvic floor muscles known as Kegels that control the bladder's ability to hold in urine can weaken. Strengthening these muscles is one of the best ways to control leakage. To do Kegel exercises, squeeze and hold the pelvic muscles and then relax them. You can locate these muscles by stopping the flow of urine midstream. Although it's possible to strengthen Kegels on your own, it's most effective to work with a nurse or physical therapist (PT) who specializes in pelvic floor strengthening.
Bladder retraining for OAB
Your bladder muscles have been conditioned over time to influence the sudden need to urinate -- probably in ways you're not even aware of. Bladder retraining is a therapeutic approach to relearning the ability to resist or inhibit the feeling of urgency. Working with a physical therapy nurse, you retrain your bladder by timing visits to the bathroom according to a strict schedule, gradually extending the intervals between bathroom visits. In addition, the therapist will teach you ways to distract yourself between bathroom visits. A bladder retraining program usually takes at least six to eight weeks to produce results.
Estrogen therapy
If your bladder symptoms first appeared during perimenopause or if you're experiencing other menopause-related symptoms, working with your ob/gyn to control these symptoms with hormone therapy may be the best solution. Many women find that vaginal estrogen, applied as a ring or cream, is extremely effective in treating overactive bladder. This is different from systemic hormone therapy, which uses oral hormones distributed throughout the body, and has fewer risks.
Weight loss
Weight gain -- often associated with menopause -- puts pressure on the bladder, urethra, and pelvic floor muscles. Many women have found that when they lose weight, their overactive bladder problems are gone along with the extra pounds. If you're overweight, try using your frustration with overactive bladder problems as a motivator to embark on a diet and exercise regime.
Other medications
A number of medications can help with OAB, but they're not usually the first treatments of choice, since they can have side effects. Known as anticholinergic agents, they block the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that stimulates the bladder to contract. By reducing contractions, they control sudden urges to go. Common brand names include Ditropan, Detrol, Oxytrol, Enablex, Sanctura, and Vesicare. The problem with anticholinergics is that they can block other bodily functions as well, causing side effects such as dry eyes, dry mouth, and constipation. Some women also report memory and cognitive problems from these medications.
Biofeedback
Many experts now recommend using biofeedback to aid in the process of retraining the bladder and strengthening pelvic floor muscles. Biofeedback uses electrodes to measure your heart rate, skin temperature, and breathing. It's designed to help you become more aware of your bladder and the muscles you use when you urinate, so you can develop more control.
Sacral nerve stimulation surgery
Electrically stimulating the nerves that control the bladder can greatly reduce or prevent incontinence. Sacral nerve stimulation uses a small neurotransmitter that's implanted under the skin and sends mild electrical impulses to a nerve located in the lower back (the sacral nerve) to influence the bladder and the pelvic floor muscles. The surgery doesn't have a permanent effect on nerves; it only works as long as the neurotransmitter is operational. This means it's a symptom treatment rather than a cure, but it also means it can be discontinued at any time.

Anti-Aging Foods Cheat Sheet

Consider these foods your anti-aging staples. As a rule, fruits and vegetables high in flavonoids and carotenoids, two powerful plant-based antioxidants, will remove the free radicals from your skin and body that cause you to age prematurely. A well-balanced diet can help you lose weight, live longer and feel fitter. But it can also help you look younger. Forget the fountain of youth. Load up a plate at the feel-better buffet and turn back the clock on a full (and happy) stomach.


Black garlic helps to repair age-damaged skin. Uniquely colored due to its fermentation process, black garlic contains double the antioxidants as regular garlic and can be eaten raw. It strengthens and restores skin cells damaged by the aging process. Use it in place of regular garlic in most recipes.
Jicama is a crisp root vegetable that can help fight crow’s feet by boosting collagen and fighting wrinkles. It’s also an excellent source of vitamin C. Try it either raw or cooked.

Jerusalem artichoke can help to fade the appearance of under-eye circles. Their beauty secret is iron – they contain five times more iron as potatoes. Eating them can help to correct an iron deficiency, a common cause of paleness that makes your under-eye bags more apparent.
Purslane is an herb that is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids that help to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. It also is a great source of vitamins A, B and C. Add it to yogurt or salads.

Sunflower Seed Butter works to unclog your arteries. It’s rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids including one that lowers your cholesterol. Try it instead of peanut butter.
Salmon is among the highest omega-3-containing fish, making it a go-to fish for healthy skin. As we age, cell turnover slows down, causing an accumulation of rough patches and dry skin; our skin also begins to produce less oil, diminishing our natural glow. Brighten your complexion with omega-3 fatty acids. Try to eat salmon two times per week to bring radiiance back to skin.  

Sweet Potatoes, Peppers and Almonds are representative of ACE foods, or foods that are high in vitamins A, C and E. They’re rich in antioxidants that combat damaging and aging free radicals in the body. Brightly colored vitamin A foods like sweet potatoes help to tackle the free radicals. Peppers have the highest levels of vitamin C and should be eaten raw to maximize their benefits. And like all foods high in vitamin E, almonds keep skin moisturized and soft by promoting oil production.


Pure noni juice, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, can help fight the formation of tumors – and wrinkles. Noni and noni products build collagen and are high in antioxidants and polyphenols.Tuna contains omega-3 fatty acids that fight UV-related cell damage and are a rich source of niacin, a deficiency of which causes skin rashes.
Black currants contain a compound called anthocyanosides, which can help improve vision. Additionally, this superfood contains five times the vitamin C that oranges do, making it a superb immunity booster.
Wheat germ is rich in zinc, which plays a crucial role in the production of new skin cells. It also has anti-inflammatory properties to help prevent eczema; recent studies even indicate that wheat germ can help reduce acne. Get half a cup of wheat germ per day for your daily dose of zinc. Try sprinkling it over salads and yogurt or adding it to smoothies.
Watermelon is a source of lycopene, which protects the skin from UV rays.
Sunflower seeds contain lignin phytoestrogens, which prevent collagen breakdown and boost the skin's lipid barrier.
Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin C, which the body needs to manufacture sebum, an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands. Sebum is the body's "natural conditioner," and keeps hair shiny, smooth and young looking, while preventing dryness.
Sardines, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promote hair growth and shine to keep your locks looking young.
Romaine lettuce is a leafy green vegetable high in vitamin A, a vitamin that helps revitalize skin by increasing cell turnover and encouraging new skin cell growth. Add 6 leaves to your salad or as a side with dinner for your daily allowance of vitamin A.
Red peppers and brussels sprouts are rich in vitamin C, which help build collagen and fight off free radicals.
Pomegranate seeds contain juice rich in ellagic acid and punic alagin – two agents that fight damage from free radicals and preserve the collagen in your skin.
Oysters are an excellent source of zinc, which aids in protein synthesis and collagen formation.
Avocados are one of the richest sources of monounsaturated fats and contain biotin for healthy skin.
Oatmeal is high in soluble fiber which reduces LDL cholesterol (the "bad" kind).
Foods of the Mediterranean: Fennel, an anti-inflammatory; octopus, a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, B12, iron and zinc; gigantes beans, giant lima beans rich in potassium
Lentils are a good source of zinc.
Mango provides 96 percent of your daily vitamin C needs and helps prevent periodontal disease.
Lean beef is full of iron. Iron deficiency can cause nail beds to be thin and concave.
Tomatoes provide lycopene, which helps prevent heart disease, elevated cholesterol and cancer. Lycopene acts as natural sun block, preventing the UV damage that causes sun spots, dryness and wrinkles. Remember to cook tomatoes for the maximum anti-aging effect.
Guava is packed with vitamin C which boosts collagen production to smooth skin. Two cups of guava per week is the perfect dose of this anti-aging powerhouse.
Eggs are high in iron and biotin.
Kelp contains vitamins C and E, which protect fats in the skin's moisture barrier from free-radical damage.
Cucumbers are good for the skin. The silica in the peel helps reduce wrinkles and boost collagen. Buy them unwaxed if possible.
Lowfat cottage cheese is full of protein, and therefore promotes hair health (since hair is mostly protein). Just be wary of high sodium levels.
Cod contains selenium which safeguards your skin from sun damage and cancer.
Red wine, made with the dark skin and seeds of grapes, is rich in polyphenols, a type of antioxidant that includes resveratrol. If you don't drink, opt for grape juice or a resveratrol supplement available at your drug store for about $25.
Dark chocolate will help curb your sweet tooth and is rich in flavonoids.
Brazil nuts contain selenium, a powerful mineral that aids in the production of the antioxidant glutathione, which repairs cell damage and slows down the skin's aging process. Just 2 nuts a day will help you stop the aging process in its tracks.
Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A; this nutrient is essential to a healthy scalp and youthful-looking, shiny hair.
Blood oranges contain anthocyanins, antioxidants that combat free-radical damage and UV rays.
Cranberry juice disrupts the formation of plague and thereby prevents yellowing of teeth. The flavonoids in cranberry juice also counteract the damaging effects of bacteria that cause tooth decay. Be careful that you aren't drinking a sugar-laden cranberry juice cocktail.
Beans, which are high in protein, promote hair growth and help thicken hair cells by making the fibers stronger.
Blueberries: One serving of this superfood provides more antioxidant activity than most fruits and veggies. Antioxidants fight the free radicals that cause wrinkles.

Jealous Husband Kills One-Year-old Son, Burns Wife

Blood they say is thicker than water, but this saying meant nothing to  37-year-old Henry Nnadi, who in a rage, powered by suspicion and jealousy reportedly murdered his one-year-old son, Ebuka, and also burnt his wife, Mercy, with a hot pressing iron after beating her severely during the recent Easter celebration.

Sandwiched between Harrison and Lateef Aregbe Street, the suspect had murdered sleep at their residence at No. 3 Lambe Iluyomade Street along Ago Palace Way, Okota, when he cudgelled the innocent boy to death and cruelly marked his wife with a hot pressing iron.

Nnadi had accused the wife of sleeping with his own father, an allegation the accused vehemently refuted. When THISDAY chanced upon the suspect’s aged father Wednesday, he quickly refuted the allegation. One of the neighbours said Nnadi’s accusation of infidelity reached the point where he doubted the paternity of his own son.

While Mercy is still battling for her life at New Evolution Hospital, Opposite Kingston Jo eatery in Okota, where she was rushed to by concerned neighbours, THISDAY gathered that the police have stepped up investigation into the case.

On that fateful Sunday, neighbours had been rudely jolted from the Easter celebration by the piteous cries for help emanating from the suspect’s wife. But their doors were locked. Neighbours had to break in only to find the visibly scarred victim, who had been tied to some piece of furniture in the house.

While the victim was rescued alive, it was however late for the couple’s one-year-old son as he was lying in a pool of his own blood. Neighbours who spoke on condition of anonymity said Nnadi  had killed the boy by hitting his head on the ground, after tying the wife to a chair before inflicting scars on her body with the hot iron.

When THISDAY visited the hospital Wednesday, the victim was lying on the bed wearing a stoic mien despite the third degree burns on all parts of her body. But despite the excruciating pian she was going through, she said she had left the matter for God to judge.

She said: “I am tired of talking about this issue. All I want to do is get well and leave this hospital for a new life. When I am better, our both families will sit down and talk about the issue but I have made up my mind to leave him. Let him go ahead with his life while I do so with mine. If government decides to prosecute him, fine but if not, I leave all in God’s hand since He is aware before anything happens.”

When asked if she had an affair with her father-in-law as alleged by the husband, she swore she was innocent of the allegation.

She said: “I swear I do not know how he got that idea. You saw my father-in-law, he is an old man and I am not that kind of person.”

The mention of her son was obviously a low subject with her as the mere questioning of his name brought about violent shudders and spasms prompting the reporter to quickly call the attention of the medical personnel. It was later that THISDAY learnt from the doctor that they had to lie about the condition of her son before she began to respond to treatment.

Reminiscing on the happy days before her marriage turned into a hell hole, Mercy said although they got married in 2010, they had been friends since 1996. She said: “We were friends first and then we fell in love with each other. That was when we decided to get married.”

With marriage, she said she had to drop her job as a hairdresser and veered into petty trading. On the incessant beatings, she said they had become regular customers at the Ago Police Division.

She said: “We used to visit the police station often after series of quarrels where I usually plead with the police to convince my husband to start up a business for me to feed our son. As always, they made him write an undertaking that he would not beat me up again but he always did.

“Instead of giving me money for the upkeep of the family, he would rather spend it on drinks and cigarettes. When I complain, he will say that I am lazy while he slaves to feed us.

“His father and family members are aware of all these things and they do not play with me at all. They have been the ones taking care of me since the incident.”

Speaking to THISDAY, the medical doctor on duty who simply identified himself as Dr. Eze said the victim had third degree burns which would take time to heal. According to him, when she was brought to the hospital, she was paper white which means that her pack cell volume (PCV) was low. He disclosed that she had also lost a lot of blood and body fluids. This he said prompted him to rehydrate her first before carrying out some surgical dressing on her wounds.

He said: “Psychologically she was bad until we cooked up a lie that her son, Ebuka, who was also murdered by the husband, is still alive.” Justifying his actions, the doctor said Mercy bought the news and was recovering speedily with the hope of reuniting with her son when she leaves the hospital.

“Prior to that, she was shouting and behaving like a lunatic. In fact, she was almost going psychotic. She refused to eat. From all deductions, she was very bad psychologically,” he added. On her wounds, he expressed optimism that she would heal with time.

He said: “If a woman notices that the love has gone sour, she should keep away for sometime and monitor whether he has changed. If there is no improvement in the man’s behaviour, she should quit because there is no need to risk her life.”

Referring to Mercy’s case, Eze said because of the constant quarrels between the couples, the neighbours had disregarded her screams as one of those things. He noted that when they went in to rescue her, it was already late. He also lamented the time lapse before she was rushed to the hospital. But for the delay, he said the wounds would not have degenerated.

Confirming the incident, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Joseph Jaiyeoba, a superintendent of police, said investigations had kicked off. According to him, the matter would not be swept under the carpet rather the police would ensure that the rule of law triumphs. The matter has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigations Department (SCID), Panti, Yaba, for further investigations.

Walk 10,000 Steps a Day to Reduce Diabetes Risk

Walking does your body a world of wonders: It improves your mood, flattens your belly, reduces body fat, and improves cholesterol. But it does something else, too: Walking reduces your risk for diabetes.
That's right. Take 10,000 steps a day (5 days a week) and you'll lower your diabetes risk three times more than if you walk only 3,000 steps a day. Learn how walking lowers your risk for diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, and more.
You're probably already logging about 5,000 steps. Even sedentary folks rack up about 3,000 (1.5 miles). Here are easy ways to walk more steps:

1. Track how far you walk. You'll be amazed at how a pedometer motivates you to walk even more. Pick a model with an easy-to-read display, a sturdy clip, and a loop-on "leash." (It's easy to lose!)
   
2. Buy good walking shoes. Running or walking shoes are fine as long as they keep your ankles stable. Running shoes have more cushion in the heels; walking shoes, more arch support. For the comfiest fit, shop in the afternoon, when your feet are slightly swollen.
   
3. Sit less, walk more. Walk -- don't sit -- while you talk on the phone. Also, put an exercise machine in front of every TV, and a portable pedal machine under your desk at work.
   
4. Walk farther each week. Increase your steps 10% a week. Even if you begin walking at 3,000 steps, in less than 6 months you'll be up to 10,000.