When it comes to living healthy, many people talk about losing weight. However, for some, gaining weight would mean that they are healthy. There are many people who are struggling to gain weight; well, one major factor that can affect your weight is what you eat. Have you ever wondered which foods can help you…
Nzu, also known as calabash chalk, is an edible clay commonly found in Nigeria and across West Africa. While it’s widely referred to as calabash chalk in English, many Nigerians know it as nzu in Igbo, ndom in Efik/Ibibio, and eko in Bini/Edo. If you grew up in Nigeria, you might have seen nzu being…
The African Bush Mango, scientifically known as Irvingia gabonensis and commonly called ogbono in Nigeria, is a tropical fruit native to West and Central Africa. The fruit resembles a small, greenish-yellow mango and contains a hard seed or kernel, which is highly valued for its nutritional and medicinal properties. In Nigeria, ogbono is particularly popular…
Magnesium is an essential nutrient in the body. It is involved in different metabolic processes and chemical reactions in the body. It also assists with the formation of bone that is needed to secure proper structure and strength. This vital mineral contributes a lot to the reduction of menstrual cramps as well, which can be…
Ewedu is a species of vegetable that is grown mainly for food. Ewedu, also known as jute in English, is packed with nutrients and has immense health benefits on the body. The name “ewedu” is from the Yoruba tribe, where the vegetable features as a common ingredient for soups, while the Hausa people call it…
I’m sure you have heard people talk about gluten-free diet and avoiding foods with gluten. Alot of Nigerians do not know much about gluten and a gluten-free diet. This article aims to provide answers to questions like What is gluten? What is a gluten-free diet? Who are the gluten-free diet for? and Which Nigerian foods…
Nursing mothers are expected to feed their babies with breast milk. While the period of pregnancy stimulates the production of breast milk, new mothers need to do more to increase the flow of breast milk to keep up with the baby’s demand. The food you eat helps to boost the breast milk you produce. Keep…
As a busy parent, you wake up early every morning to prepare your child’s lunchbox for school. But sometimes, you find yourself struggling to come up with healthy and delicious lunch ideas that your child will actually enjoy. You might worry about packing the same old boring foods every day, and wonder if your child…
The glycemic index (GI) is a measurement used to determine the effect that a meal has on blood sugar levels after consumption. It describes the blood glucose response after consuming carbohydrates. It was coined in the early 1980s by Dr. David Jenkins, a Canadian professor. Food containing carbohydrates affects the blood sugar levels in the…
Toddlers need to eat a lot of foods that are rich in nutrients. These foods would aid their growth and also help strengthen their immune system, keeping them safe from diseases and illnesses. It is normal for toddlers to be interested in foods that are sweet, mostly processed foods and junk, which do not add…
