In Nigeria, roasted cashew nuts are quite the snack. Cashew nuts are the seeds of the cashew fruit. Unlike some other fruits that have their seeds buried deep in the fruit pulp, cashews have their seeds sticking out from the bottom. The seeds can be planted or roasted to make a tasty snack. Before roasting,…
The period of pregnancy is a very special time for every woman. Everything is different about them. A lot of changes take place in their bodies, because they are accommodating a new life. This results in drastic changes in their lifestyle. From the kinds of activities they can engage in to what they can wear,…
Ekpang Nkukwo is one of the most delicious delicacies that is mainly eaten among the Efik and Ibibio people of Nigeria. It is prepared with freshly grated cocoyam, wrapped in lush greens, and slowly simmered/garnished with various types of meat, fish, snails, periwinkles, crayfish, palm oil, and other spices until cooked to perfection, depending on…
African pear, popularly known by its Igbo name, ube, or bush pear, is a common delicacy in Nigeria. It also known as safou in Cameroon, and atanga in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon. However, the scientific name of African Pear is Dacryodes edulis. While it can be enjoyed on its own, many people prefer to eat…
Banana and groundnuts are a popular snack combo here in Nigeria. Although the two can be enjoyed separately or with other things, many people prefer to eat banana with groundnuts. As far as taste goes, banana and groundnuts remain undefeated. It was also a satisfying meal and could even pass for lunch or even dinner….
Hypertension is described as a condition where the force or pressure of blood in the blood vessels is too high. It is also referred to as “high blood pressure”. This could lead to other problems like heart failure and other heart diseases, stroke, kidney diseases, and so on. The best cure for hypertension is prevention…
African yam bean is a plant that produces both tubers and bean seeds (legumes). African yam bean is scientifically known as Sphenostylis stenocarpa. The plant is native to Ethiopia but has spread to other parts of the continent. The part that is enjoyed depends on the location. For example, in Nigeria, the plant is grown for…
Many parents often worry about which foods are healthy for their babies. However, one common food that most parents introduce to their growing babies are sweet potatoes. Your baby will prefer to eat sweet potatoes over other vegetables because they taste better. However, they are not just good for your babies because of their taste,…
Tomatoes and onions are both essential fruit and vegetable that play an important role in maintaining good health. Eating a good quantity of tomatoes and onions is necessary to stay healthy and enhance your immune system to fight diseases. You don’t always need to cook them to enjoy the medicinal benefits, as they can both…
Babies are required to take breastmilk for, at least, the first six months of their lives, and after that, most mothers are ready to introduce them to other foods. However, babies cannot just eat anything. They require food with a lot of nutrients that would help them grow strong. They also need food that would…
