Black pepper is one of the most popularly used spices across the world, and it has been adding spicy flavors to numerous dishes for thousands of years. Black pepper is the most traded spice in the world, and it is also one of the most common spices used on preparing dishes around the world. That’s…
The bitter leaf plant, scientifically known as Vernonia Amygdalina is a medicinal herb that grows in tropical Africa and it is tagged “bitter” due to its bitter taste. However, this vegetable is one of the most versatile and beneficial plants in the world as it is used for medicinal, culinary, and even curative purposes. In…
A double chin is a common condition characterized by an accumulation of submental fat below your chin. Although there are numerous factors that could result in this condition, some of the most common factors include weight gain, genetics, as well as aging. You will learn about the causes of a double chin in this article….
Tiger nuts are edible tubers which originate from ancient Egypt, and they are very nutritious as they contain several potent nutrients, including carbohydrate, fat, fiber, calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, copper, iron, zinc, etc. Tiger nuts are cultivated and eaten in many parts of Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. In Nigeria, tiger nuts…
Kwashiorkor otherwise known as “edematous malnutrition” or “protein malnutrition” is a nutritional disorder caused by the lack of protein in a child’s diet and it is often characterized by extremely thin appearance, changes in skin pigment, loss of muscle mass, etc. The name ‘Kwashiorkor‘ was coined by Jamaican paediatrician Cicely Williams in 1935. It was derived…
Moringa oleifera is a potent plant that has been linked with several health benefits, and it is often regarded as “the miracle plant.” The scientific name of moringa is Moringa oleifera. It is a great source of healthy antioxidants and bioactive plant compounds. However, this article contains 10 Intriguing Health Benefits of Moringa, and it…
Dates are a delicious and nutritious fruit which originates from Iraq. Ever since this fruit was discovered thousands of years ago, it has grown to become one of the most sought after foods in the world, ranging from Africa, Europe Asia, America, etc. The fruits are actually from the date palm tree; they are either…
There is a popular belief among Nigerians, especially while growing up, that eating mango after drinking coke or fanta can kill you. Or you might have likely heard that eating mango after drinking garri is dangerous. This belief is also common in some parts of the world. Many people spread the belief, warning you not…
Zobo is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, ranging from Africa to Asia, Europe, America, etc. and it is served in various homes and restaurants. You may think Zobo is just a regular drink for quenching thirst and feeling the belly, but it’s more than that! Zobo is not just a delicious…
As a mom, it is your duty to teach, protect and nourish your children. Honestly, it is not an easy task, but it is a fulfilling one. Many mothers have to take care of their home, their kids, probably their career and deal with various challenging tasks daily. Being a mother is undoubtedly the world’s…
