Bitter kola, scientifically known as Garcinia Kola is a “bitter” fruit commonly consumed in some West African countries. Different tribes have different names for Bitter Kola in Nigeria; “Orogbo” in Yoruba, “Miji-goro” in Hausa and “Akiilu” in Igbo. This detailed articles aims at explaining the uses, nutritional properties and health benefits of bitter kola. [1]…
The kind of foods you eat can contribute to your plan to lose weight or act against it. A lot of foods in Nigeria can give you more calories than you expect. This article provides you with 10 Nigerian foods to avoid when trying to lose weight. To lose weight, what you mainly have to…
So, you have decided to build your body and gain some muscles? You already know that you would have to hit the gym very often – daily if possible. But you would also have to eat well. Eating the right foods would help build your body and would make you start seeing results quickly. Not…
Legumes are a type of plant that belongs to the family Fabaceae. They are characterized by their fruit, which is a pod containing seeds. Nigeria is home to wide varieties of legumes, which are plants grown for their seeds. These seeds can be eaten as a vegetable or ground up and used in stews or…
Groundnut paste is a thick, delicious creamy substance made from groundnut and other ingredients. It is known as peanut butter, and it comes with numerous health benefits. Groundnut Paste is also called Okwu Ose, Okwu Oji, and Ose Oji by Nigerians and can be used as a dessert. Ose Oji is made from roasted groundnut and can be eaten…
Food is an essential part of our lives, providing us with the energy and nutrients our body needs to function properly. However, food combinations refer to the way in which different foods are eaten together or paired. In Nigeria, where traditional cuisine is rich in flavor and diversity, food combinations are very popular. There are…
There are a lot of controversies surrounding the consumption of Kilishi. The processes surrounding its production, the risks that its consumption may pose to the human body, and the possibility of buying fake kilishi are enough to spark a lot of worries. However, we cannot turn a blind eye to the health benefits of Kilishi….
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:…
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…
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….
