The Abacha food, which is popular regarded as African Salad in English, is a very aromatic delicacy and quite nutritious to the enzymes of the stomach. This native dish is quite peculiar to Igbos, which are predominantly found in the South East part of Nigeria. Furthermore, the food is said to be originated from the…
Although it presents perks, staying in a hotel limits your kitchen access, making it difficult to eat healthily. You’re also more likely to overindulge and spend more on food than you would at home. According to a past study, 1-3-week holidays increase the possibility of weight gain in adults. Fortunately, you can eat healthily in…
Whitlow or herpetic whitlow is a condition that affects the fingers, often resulting in sores and swelling Whitlow can be very painful and discomforting. It is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) type 1 and 2. Whitlow occurs when a broken skin on your finger or a handing nail, comes in contact with the…
Nsala soup, also called White Soup is undoubtedly very popular with Igbo people. Often referred to as Ofe Nsala by the Igbo folks, it usually has a combo of local spices, meat, pounded yam, vegetables, and fish; which is added together and transformed into a very delicious dish. Nsala soup is a common staple food…
Your urinary system is probably one part of your body that you rarely give two thoughts about. You do not know how it works, meaning you do not also know how to take care of it and this could lead to problems. The urinary system is important for removing waste from the system, through urine….
Many people live their lives without experiencing any problems with their thyroid or even knowing what the thyroid is. Some, however, are not so lucky and experience thyroid disorders at some point in their lives. Today, you will learn how to care for your thyroid. The thyroid gland plays a very important part in the…
Nigerians have a wide variety of food items, and each tribe has its own distinct pattern of meals and preparation methods. Aside local meals, we also have a variety of fancy foods, snacks, treats and Western cuisines. One of them is food combination of Chicken and chips, which is a popular snack choice for most…
There are so many types of conditions or diseases that could affect the skin. While some are caused by dirty habits like not bathing regularly or properly, some are caused by reactions to things like cream/soap, while some others could be genetic or caused by age. This article discusses the 5 most common skin diseases…
Anaemia is a condition that occurs when you do not produce enough red blood cells. The red blood cells help to transport oxygen around the body. Lacking enough red blood cells mean your body would not get the required amount of oxygen it needs to properly function. The main cause of anaemia is iron deficiency….
Oha leaf is a popular cooking ingredient in the Southeastern part of Nigeria. Botanically known as Pterocarpus mildraedii, and called African Rosewood in English. Oha leaf is often used in the preparation of soups and other delicacies. Besides the flavour it adds to foods, oha leaf is also used because it has some medicinal or…
