How do you get your vitamin C? When some people think of vitamin C, they think of those small, roundish, orange tablets they receive get from the hospitals or pharmacists, oftentimes along with other drugs. While that is indeed vitamin C, it is not the only source of vitamin C. In fact, if you get…
Garden egg is a nutritious fruit from the nightshade family and is widely consumed in African countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and Benin Republic. The botanical name of garden egg is Solanum melongena. Although it is often referred to as a vegetable, it is technically a fruit, because they grow from a flowering plant and contain…
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…
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…
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…
Do you love shawarma? If so, you’re not alone! Shawarma is a popular dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. But what is shawarma, exactly? Shawarma is a type of sandwich that is made with roasted meat that is shaved off a rotating spit. The meat can be lamb, beef, chicken, or…
Parfait is a French word that means “perfect,” and when you combine healthful grains and fruit with yogurt to make a delectable breakfast or snack treat, you’re refining yogurt’s already impressive health benefits. A yogurt parfait is typically made up of layers of yogurt, grains like granola or broken crackers, and fruit. It can be…
Copper is one of the essential trace minerals that the body needs in small amounts, yet it plays a very big role in keeping us healthy. This vital nutrient helps in the production of red blood cells, supports the immune system, aids brain development, and contributes to strong bones and connective tissues. Because the body…
Dietary fibre, or simply fibre, is a part of food, commonly found in plants, that do not get digested or broken down by enzymes in the stomach. It is usually common in foods such as fruits, vegetables, and grain, and it is classified as a carbohydrate. Fibre is usually grouped into two types, and knowing…
Pounded yam, also known as Iyan in western locations of Nigeria, is a yam recipe made by boiling the yam and then pounding it with a mortar and pestle until it stretches out like a dough. It is one of the popular healthy swallows in Nigeria. Pounded yam is used to eat delicious Nigerian soups…
