Pepper is a core ingredient when cooking most dishes. The presence of pepper in a meal adds to its taste and the absence could make the meal feel bland, even though other spices may have been used. Many people add just enough pepper to give flavour to the food, but some others like their foods…
Generators are a common feature of Nigerian homes. Due to the failing power supply in the country, it is only normal that people find other sources of generating power for themselves. And so, on a normal night in an average town in Nigeria, it is not surprising to hear the sound of generator engines supplying…
Medical checkups are very necessary. Sometimes, before we are down with a sickness, the sickness must have been in our body for a couple of days or even weeks. We only start to feel sick after the bacteria or virus that cause the illness must have weakened our immune system. It is not always easy…
Beer is one of the world’s oldest and most beloved beverages, but it can also be one of the most damaging to your health. While a cold brew after a long day may seem like the perfect way to relax, drinking too much beer can have a number of serious health consequences. With further ado,…
Scientifically known as Thymus vulgaris, thyme is a savoury herb widely used in some countries of the world to flavour meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes. In Nigeria, thyme is commonly used as a spice to enhance the natural flavor of meat and is often added to dishes like jollof or fried rice. It is also used…
The late November into the whole of december doesn’t just signify the end of the year; it also introduces the harmattan season. This is characterized by cold and dry air that affects several regions in West Africa. This harsh season can last from the end of November into January and mid-March in some regions. The…
As a secondary school student, your health should be just as important as your academic progress. Being the best in class would not matter much if your health is lacking. With assignments and chores to do almost every day, it can be easy to forget about every other thing, including how to stay healthy. Many…
Being clean involves a lot of things. One of such things is observing proper clothes hygiene. Since we wear clothes every day, we must know how to take good and proper care of them. Caring for clothes does not benefit the clothes alone but our bodies as well. But how do you begin to take…
High blood pressure (High BP), or hypertension, is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as stroke and heart disease. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke. Globally, BP accounts for 7.6 million death annually, which is 13.5 of the total deaths. The good news…
Everyone is familiar with seasoning cubes. Hardly a dish is cooked these days without adding a seasoning cube or two. It adds great flavour to whatever it is added to, improving the taste and aroma. In the market, there are so many brands in the business of stock cubes. While they all taste almost the…