Dietary fibre, or simply fibre, is a part of food, commonly found in plants, that do not get digested or broken down by enzymes in the stomach. It is usually common in foods such as fruits, vegetables, and grain, and it is classified as a carbohydrate. Fibre is usually grouped into two types, and knowing…
Scientifically known as Parkia biglobosa, locust bean is an aromatic local seasoning widely used in preparing soups and stews across in West Africa. It is called ‘iru‘ by Yorubas, ‘ogiri‘ by Igbos, and ‘dawa dawa’ by Hausas. It is also known as Irú or Eware among the Edo people of Nigeria. Locust beans are cultivated from…
Silent killer diseases are diseases that have the tendency to kill without giving any noticeable warning, or at least, that is what we think. The truth is that every disease comes with its symptoms. These symptoms vary among diseases. While some diseases start showing visible symptoms from day one, some other diseases may have symptoms…
One thing about Nigerians is that we love to eat, and we have a lot of options to choose from. With over 300 ethnic groups in the country, Nigeria has the type of diversity that ensures an abundance of food. Still, despite that, there are some foods are enjoyed around the country, regardless of ethnic…
There are 24 hours in a day, but sometimes, it feels like it’s not enough. Even though it has been conventionally agreed that people should spend 8 hours at work, there are those who spend way more than that. At the end of the day, such people may spend the whole 24 hours working, which…
A ‘chocolate skin’ refers to a person whose skin has a dusky or light brown pigmentation. It’s a beautiful brown skin tone similar to a chocolate color, hence, it is known as a chocolate skin. Yes, indeed, “chocolate skin” is that beautiful, radiant, melanin-rich skin tone many of us Africans proudly carry. It’s not just…
Food is any substance that can nourish the body without causing harm when taken in. Certain local foods contain essential minerals and vitamins which provide nutrients to the human body. Vitamin B12 is beneficial and can be found in many Nigerian foods. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a…
When last did you intentionally go for over 12 hours without using your phone? Can’t recall? Well, you are not alone. Over the years, phones have grown to become an integral part of our everyday lives. Besides making calls and sending text messages, which was the primary aim of a phone about two decades ago, we…
Taking care of your teeth and your mouth as a whole is very important, although not many people realise this. The reason why many people have problems with their teeth is often due to poor dental hygiene. You can avoid toothache and tooth decay if you learn to take care of your teeth the proper…
Hardly would you come across anyone who does not like fried plantain. It is one food that is enjoyed in every part of the country. It is known as dodo in Western Nigeria. Fried plantain is simply plantain that has been sliced and then fried in hot oil until it is golden brown. Although there are many…
