Tiger nut milk has been gaining popularity in Nigeria and many parts of the world as a healthy beverage and dairy option. This article discusses the health benefits of tiger nut milk. Tiger nuts, also called Cyperus esculentus, are small, edible tubers that have been valued for their nutrition and health benefits for centuries. Despite…
It is commonly known that most Nigerian foods are cooked with oil, from soups to stews to different rice varieties. It is just that the oil differs. Traditional Nigerian cuisine is rich in flavors and nutrients, but the use of oils can add unnecessary calories and unhealthy fats that may contribute to various health issues,…
Scotch bonnet is a variety of chilli pepper that is found in many parts of West Africa. They are used prominently in preparing cuisines and spicing up delicacies. Scotch bonnet pepper is called Ata Rodo in the Yoruba language of Nigeria. Fresh, ripe scotch bonnets can range from green to yellow to scarlet red colours….
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…
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…
Digitaria exilis is a tiny variety of millet of the grass species that is cultivated in many parts of African. In Nigeria, it is known as acha or fonio and is widely eaten there. The Gambians refer to it as ‘findi‘ or ‘fundi.’ However, the common names of the plant are white fonio, fonio millet, and…
Green beans (commonly known as snap beans and string beans) are young, unripe fruits of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). They are a staple dish in many countries around the world. They are native to North, South, and Central America. Green beans are used in the preparation of a lot of dishes in many countries,…
Everyone loves to have dessert. Most times, we do not necessarily have them after a meal, but at any time of the day, as a snack. What is there not to love about desserts? They are tasty and satisfying. Plus, they are always easy to get and you can easily make them at homes. Nigerian…
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin mainly found in plants and fermented foods. This vitamin has many vital functions in the body; most significantly, it plays a crucial role in blood clotting. The body needs vitamin K to produce prothrombin, which is a protein and clotting factor that is important in blood clotting. It also helps…
Iron is an essential mineral that has numerous important functions in the body. The main function of iron is to carry oxygen throughout your body as a part of red blood cells. This mineral is important to the functioning of the hemoglobin, a protein that helps to transport oxygen in the blood. Eating healthy food…
