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Introduction to Home Economics

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<h1><strong>INTRODUCTION TO HOME ECONOMICS</strong></h1> CONTENT <ol> <li>Meaning of Home Economics</li> <li>Scope (Areas in Home Economics)</li> <li>Careers in Home Economics</li> <li>Importance of Home Economics to the Family</li> <li>Importance of Home Economics to the Nation</li> </ol>   <h2><strong>Meaning of Home Economics</strong></h2> Home Economics can be defined as a field that is concerned with improving family life. It does this by: (i) finding out the needs of individuals and families. (ii) finding ways of meeting individuals and families. (iii) preparing people for family living and employment.   <h2><strong>Scope (Areas in Home Economics)</strong></h2> Home Economics is made up of many areas. These areas can be grouped into seven major areas. <strong>The seven areas in home economics are:</strong> (i) Foods and Nutrition: This deals with the study of foods and their nutrients.

Regulatory Control of Cosmetic Products in Nigeria

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<h1><strong>REGULATORY CONTROL OF COSMETIC PRODUCTS IN NIGERIA</strong></h1> CONTENT <ol> <li>Regulatory Control of Cosmetic Products in Nigeria</li> <li>The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC)</li> <li>Functions of NAFDAC</li> <li>Other Roles of Regulatory Bodies of Cosmetic Products</li> </ol>   <h2><strong>Regulatory Control of Cosmetic Products in Nigeria</strong></h2> Cosmetic products both locally produced and produced must be safe for human use. The agency of government responsible for certifying them safe and of good quality is the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC). <br> <h2><strong>The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC)</strong></h2> National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is a government agency responsible for the formulation of food standards and laws, their enforcement and implementation. <img class="size-full wp-image-33843 aligncenter" src="https://classhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Regulatory-Control-of-Cosmetics-Products-in-Nigeria-NAFDAC.jpg" alt="Regulatory Control of Cosmetics Products in Nigeria" width="258" height="254" /> <br> <h3><strong>Functions of NAFDAC</strong></h3> Functions of NAFDAC include;

Meaning and Signs of Puberty

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<h1><strong>MEANING AND SIGNS OF PUBERTY</strong></h1> CONTENT <ol> <li>Meaning of Puberty and Adolescence</li> <li>Signs of Puberty</li> </ol>   <h2>Meaning of Puberty and Adolescence</h2> <h3><strong>Meaning of Puberty</strong></h3> <strong>Puberty</strong> is the short span of time which marks the beginning of sexual maturation. The period differs between boys and girls. Boys reach puberty at the age of fourteen years while girls reach it at about twelve years of age.   <h3><strong>Signs of Puberty</strong></h3> Boys and girls have different signs and body changes during puberty. <h4><strong>Body Changes in Males (Boys)</strong></h4> <ol> <li>Boy's voice breaks and becomes deeper.</li> <li>Hair starts to grow on and around the genital organs, under the armpits and beard around the jaw.</li>

Healthy Feeding and Eating Habits

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<h1><strong>HEALTHY FEEDING AND EATING PRACTICES</strong></h1> CONTENT <ol> <li>Meaning of Feeding/Eating Habits</li> <li>Importance of Healthy Feeding Habit</li> <li>Healthy Feeding and Eating Practices</li> </ol>   <h2><strong>Meaning of Feeding/Eating Habits</strong></h2> Feeding or eating habit means everyday pattern of eating. <strong>Healthy feeding practices </strong>include eating adequate diet, use foods in season, etc. A healthy feeding habit results from choosing nutritious food in a conscious way. <br> <h2><strong>Importance of Healthy Feeding Habit</strong></h2> Healthy feeding and eating practices will help you to achieve the following:

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