Black pepper is one of the most popularly used spices across the world, and it has been adding spicy flavors to numerous dishes for thousands of years. Black pepper is the most traded spice in the world, and it is also one of the most common spices used on preparing dishes around the world. That’s…
The Abacha food, which is popular regarded as African Salad in English, is a very aromatic delicacy and quite nutritious to the enzymes of the stomach. This native dish is quite peculiar to Igbos, which are predominantly found in the South East part of Nigeria. Furthermore, the food is said to be originated from the…
Malaria is a serious disease here in Nigeria. In 2018, there were 57 million estimated cases of Malaria in Nigeria (about a quarter of the population), and 97,200 deaths from malaria, according to the World Health Organisation. That puts into perspective just how serious, and deadly, the disease is. Most of the malaria infections in…
Intestine meat is a type of organ meat that is commonly consumed in some cultures as a traditional food. Animal intestines after it has been cleaned and fried or sautéed, is often called Chitterlings or Chitlins. In Nigeria, it is called ’roundabout’ and is usually sourced from cows or goats. It is also called it…
Drug interactions is the way different medications can interact with one another, either enhancing or diminishing their effects. It’s like a complex dance happening inside our bodies, where medications may interfere with each other’s intended actions, leading to unexpected outcomes. Imagine taking a painkiller for a headache while also using an over-the-counter cold medication. Without…
Nigeria is one of the countries with the largest adolescent population; over 60 million. Adolescence is a crucial period as youths transition into adults. However, there are certain health problems that many of these young adults are faced with. This article aims to pinpoint some of the common adolescent health problems in Nigeria, their effects,…
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,…
Copper is one of the essential trace minerals that the body needs in small amounts, yet it plays a very big role in keeping us healthy. This vital nutrient helps in the production of red blood cells, supports the immune system, aids brain development, and contributes to strong bones and connective tissues. Because the body…
The Yerba Buena is a term used to qualify or describe a wide range of various team derived from wild mint and some other close species. The term Yerba Buena may represent a different description, and that depends on the region of the world you live. The most popular specie of the Yerba Buena tea…
The rainy season in Nigeria is a special time. Special in the sense that it ushers in a few changes that would allow you to properly adapt to the cold weather. Wearing thick clothes that can allow you to withstand the cold becomes a norm, as regular, light clothes would not do any good. It…