10 Nigerian Foods That Can Relieve Constipation
Constipation is a condition that occurs when there are less frequent bowel movements and difficulty…
10 Nigerian Foods That Can Relieve Constipation
Constipation is a condition that occurs when there are less frequent bowel movements and difficulty in passing out stools. Most medical experts define constipation as when someone passes stool less than three times a week; however, it varies for different people. Nevertheless, a significant number of people experience chronic constipation at some point in a…
Apollo Eye Disease: Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment
Apollo, formally called Acute Haemorrhagic Conjunctivitis, or simply conjunctivitis, is one of the most common eye infections here in Nigeria. It is very common in young children, although it is not rare to see it in adults. It often causes the affected eye to become pinkish or reddish, which often comes with pain and swelling….
11 Powerful Health Benefits of Scent Leaf
Scent leaf is a natural plant from the Labiatae family. It is known for its distinctive smell and taste, which is among the reasons many people use it as a spice in their meals. Scent leaf is scientifically known as “Ocimum gratissimum“, the Yorubas call it “Efinrin“, in Igbo it is called Nchuawun, while it…
5 Healthy Seafoods in Nigeria
Seafood are animals and plants gotten from the sea that are eaten as food. Not every animal or plant in the water is edible, however, as some can be poisonous. Also, the kind of seafood eaten depends on the region. In Nigeria, seafood is a popular part of the Nigerian diet. This is mostly because…
Medical Checkup List for Every Nigerian
Staying healthy requires you to know the state of your health. It is not enough for you to only visit hospitals when you are down with an illness. Sometimes, that could be prevented if you go for a regular check-up. Check-ups are good preventative measures that could save you a lot, not just in money,…
7 Common Waterborne Diseases in Nigeria
Water, they say, is life. That statement is only true when you have access to clean, drinkable water. Irrespective of that, dirty or contaminated water, however, is something you should avoid by all means. Dirty water contains a lot of things you would not want in your body like microorganisms, including Bacteria, and some harmful…
11 Yummy And Healthy Swallows in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the term “swallow” refers to starchy foods that are prepared into a paste and consumed with Nigerian soups. These swallows are typically made from grains, cereals, starchy roots, and vegetables, and come in the form of pastes or dumplings. Common ingredients used to make swallows include yam, plantain, cocoyam, millet, sorghum, cassava, and…
5 Common Oral Diseases in Nigeria
Your oral health is just as important as anything else. Many people pay great attention to other parts of their bodies while paying very little care to their mouths. It is recommended that you brush your mouth twice a day; in the morning and night. In Nigeria, however, many people just brush once, in the…
10 Superb Health Benefits of Pigeon Peas (Fio Fio)
Pigeon peas are one of the most common legume crops which grows in the tropical and subtropical regions around the world and are commonly consumed in South Asia, South East Asia, Latin America and Africa. In Nigeria, pigeon peas are called fio fio in Igbo, waken-masar in Hausa and otinli in Yoruba. The meal made…
10 Nigerian Foods That Are High In Sodium
Sodium is an important mineral that helps regulate the fluids in your body. It also helps with the transmission of nerve impulses and muscle contractions. Too much sodium can be dangerous to your health, leading to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. However, you also need some sodium in your diet to stay healthy….
