Most people don’t know that pineapple leaves are beneficial to health. Pineapple leaves are rough and silky and are disposed of after peeling the fruit. Pineapple leaves are long, slender, and spiky, with a length ranging from 50 to 180 cm. They are waxy and succulent, and arranged in a rosette around the stem. The…
Pumpkin seeds are the edible seeds of a pumpkin or certain other cultivars of squash. They are typically flat and asymmetrically oval, have a white outer husk, and are light green in color after the husk is removed. This article provides you with the health benefits of pumpkin seeds. Despite their small size, pumpkin seeds…
Tomato seeds are small, oval-shaped, and located in the center of the tomato fruit. This article discusses the potential health benefits of tomato seeds. We often throw out tomato seeds at home when preparing or eating them. There is this notion that the seed might contribute to kidney stones or prevent your digestion process. Is…
Lemon and ginger are two ingredients commonly used in cooking, but did you know that they also offer a host of health benefits when combined? Lemon is a citrus fruit that is high in vitamin C and antioxidants, while ginger is a root that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat ailments…
Bananas are a popular fruit and ingredient in many dishes. While most of us discard the peels and consume only the sweet and juicy flesh of bananas, the truth is that the peels are packed with nutrients and offer a range of potential health benefits that are worth exploring. Banana peels are the outer covering…
Honey and milk have been used as natural remedies for various health conditions for centuries. Both ingredients are packed with essential nutrients that offer several promising health benefits. In particular, they may improve sleep quality, enhance bone strength, and promote heart health. Many studies suggest that honey might help alleviate gastrointestinal tract conditions such as…
The broad greenish leaves of the starchy edible tuber, Cocoyam or Taro (Colocasia esculenta), are commonly known as cocoyam leaves. Cocoyam leaves are large, heart-shaped, and have a rough texture with a glossy green color. People who only know the cocoyam plant as a root crop are frequently surprised to learn that the leaves are…
Scent leaf is a natural plant from the Labiatae family. It is known for its distinctive smell and taste, which is among the reasons many people use it as a spice in their meals. Scent leaf is scientifically known as “Ocimum gratissimum“, the Yorubas call it “Efinrin“, in Igbo it is called Nchuawun, while it…
Avocado is a well-known fruit that is loved for its creamy texture and rich flavor. However, many people are unaware that avocado peels also have health benefits. Avocado peels are the outermost layer of the fruit that is typically removed and discarded before consumption. They are thick and tough, with a greenish-brown color. In this…
Alligator pepper or Grains of paradise (scientifically known as Aframomum melegueta) is a species in the ginger family whose seeds and leaves are used for medicinal, culinary, as well as traditional purposes. Part of the therapeutic benefits of this wonderful plant is that it helps in boosting the immune system and reducing the risks of…