Omega-3 fatty acids are a class of essential fats that offers the body a lot of benefits. While people are generally advised to take fat in moderation or not at all, not all fats are bad for the body, and Omega-3 is one of them. Some of the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids include:…
Ogiri is a popular seasoning commonly used in Nigerian cuisine. It is made by fermenting oilseeds like sesame seeds or egusi seeds. It has a strong odor that is comparable to cheese, miso, or stinky tofu. Ogiri is a traditional Nigerian seasoning that is particularly popular in the southeastern and southwestern regions of the country….
Seasonal foods are those foods that appear or are available at a certain time or season of the year. The season is the time when that food would be ripe and ready for harvest. Depending on the type of food, some may be available for just a few weeks while some others could be available…
Snail meat is a delicacy in certain places, including Nigeria. While snail might not look appetising, some people are gifted in the art of preparing it in such a way that it may be hard to tell it apart from other kinds of meat. There are joints and high-class restaurants where snail meat is part…
Not all foods are easy to digest. Your body finds it easier to digest and break down certain foods than others. Foods that are easier to digest would require less work from the digestive system. It would also help to prevent constipation, indigestion, bloating, and more. Foods that are easy to digest easily provide your…
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It kickstarts your metabolism and provides the energy and nutrients needed to power through the day. In Nigeria, breakfast is taken seriously, with a wide range of delicious and nutritious options available. While any food can ordinarily be eaten as breakfast, it is very important that…
Dairy foods are food products made from milk. They could be derived directly from milk or be used in making the products. The milk used is gotten from animals like cows and nanny goats. Most local dairy products in Nigeria come from the Northern part of the country, where people have reared cattle for centuries….
Crayfish, or crawfish as it is sometimes spelt, is a very popular seafood. In Nigeria, it is used in cooking to add flavour to food. Indeed, it is a very common cooking ingredient with a remarkable taste. It is a flavor enhancer in soups, stews, and other dishes Crayfish can be dried and eaten raw…
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…
Intestine meat is a type of organ meat that is commonly consumed in some cultures as a traditional food. Animal intestines after it has been cleaned and fried or sautéed, is often called Chitterlings or Chitlins. In Nigeria, it is called ’roundabout’ and is usually sourced from cows or goats. It is also called it…
