The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. It is the organ responsible for pumping blood, a function that is very necessary for our survival. The moment the heart ceases to function, a person stops living. This is why we have to do a lot to ensure that our heart continues…
African black soap, or simply called black soap, is a kind of organic soap made in Africa. Here in Nigeria, the soap is known by many names including Osun Dudu (Yoruba) or Ncha Nkota (Igbo). The name “black soap” comes from the fact that the soap has a dark colour. It may be dark green,…
Watching television is fun. Fewer things are better than relaxing while watching your favourite show or catching up with your favourite team in your preferred sports. Of course, watching TV is good. However, while some people only spend a few minutes or less than an hour every day watching TV, as they are preoccupied with…
Having snacks are a good way to break the hunger if you are not in the mood to try any regular food. Also, snacks can be enjoyed on-the-go, as they need zero preparation. If you ever get hungry while on the road or in a position where you cannot cook, snacks can be just what…
Drinking alcohol is a common pastime for many people, but consuming too much can have serious health consequences. While moderate alcohol consumption may have some health benefits, such as lowering the risk of heart disease, drinking excessive amounts of alcohol can lead to a variety of problems. By drinking excessively, we mean consuming more than…
Back in July 2022, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared that Monkeypox or mpox was a global health emergency. This was after the virus was reported in over 70 countries, infecting thousands of people and even claiming some lives in the process. The declaration has forced people to treat news of the virus with more…
Thinking of having a change of diet? Try going vegan. Although the vegan diet has been around for quite some time now, its popularity has increased in recent years as people look for more ways to eat healthily. The ideal vegan diet consists of plant-based foods with nothing from animals. This includes meat and by-products…
Non-alcoholic beer has become increasingly popular over the last few years as more and more people are looking for low-alcohol and alcohol-free drinks to enjoy. It’s an excellent option for people seeking a healthier lifestyle and wanting to moderate their alcohol consumption. To begin, knowing what is actually in non-alcoholic beer is essential. Just because…
The kidneys, which are two small organs on either side of the spine, perform a lot of functions in the body, including filtering toxins and waste from the blood. This is then passed to the bladder and removed from the body in form of urine. The kidney also helps in the regulation of body pH…
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…
