Poundo potato is a Nigerian light staple dish made from potatoes. It is made by pounding boiled potatoes into a smooth dough-like consistency. Potatoes are edible tubers high in carbohydrates and rich nutrients such as vitamin C, B6, phosphorus, niacin, manganese. Poundo potato is a Nigerian swallow, thus, it is eaten alongside a variety of…
The most suitable time of the day for exercise is in the morning. A morning routine is not balanced without exercise. A study showed that morning exercises are more effective than those done in the morning or the night. Performing exercises in the morning has a lot of benefits which will be discussed in this…
As we humans occupy the earth, so do microorganisms live everywhere. They can be found in soil, plants, on surfaces, and even on the skin. They are usually too minute to be seen with the naked eye. One of the commonly known microbes is fungi. They are microbes that contain a distinct substance called chitin…
Miyan Kuka is a Nigerian dark green soup that is popular in the Northern part of Nigeria. The soup is made out of powdered baobab leaves and okra. However, the major ingredient in miyan kuka are the baobab leaves. Baobab leaves are gotten from the baobab plant, which scientifically known as Adansonia digitata. The plant…
You may have probably heard the saying “health is wealth” more than a million times and think it is one of those boring cliches the world can do without. While it may be overused, it contains a simple truth; good health is the key to enjoying life. But most people do not fully understand what…
Watching television is fun. Fewer things are better than relaxing while watching your favourite show or catching up with your favourite team in your preferred sports. Of course, watching TV is good. However, while some people only spend a few minutes or less than an hour every day watching TV, as they are preoccupied with…
Ulcer is a very serious medical condition that affects the lining of the intestine. This can make digestion very difficult and can cause great discomfort to the person with the condition. Contrary to what most people think about ulcer being caused by spicy foods or not eating well enough, an ulcer is either caused by…
Hepatitis B is a serious disease caused by the hepatitis B virus that affects the liver. This organ plays a crucial role in keeping our bodies healthy by removing impurities from the food we eat. For any patient with hepatitis B undergoing treatment, there isn’t a restriction on what they can or cannot eat. However,…
Alligator meat, as the name suggests, is the meaty flesh of alligators that is consumed by humans. The meat has a mild flavor and strong texture. It is a type of game meat that is gaining popularity due to its unique taste and potential health benefits. Alligator meat is obtained by hunting and farming alligators,…
Your urinary system is probably one part of your body that you rarely give two thoughts about. You do not know how it works, meaning you do not also know how to take care of it and this could lead to problems. The urinary system is important for removing waste from the system, through urine….
