Corn pap, often regarded as akamu, ogi, koko or eko, is a Nigerian fermented cereal pudding made from maize. This superlight food has been around for decades now, and it is eaten by many people in Nigeria. Traditionally processed ogi, akamu or pap has a sour taste and would make a perfect combo with fried plantain, pancakes,…
Banana is a favourite for most people. When you pair it with fresh groundnuts, you have yourself a treat that nothing compares to. Banana is one sweet fruit people like to enjoy as often as they can. Not only is it sweet, but very nutritious as well. When people buy bananas, they buy them already…
Maintaining good hygiene is crucial for everyone, but overweight or plus-size men may face some unique challenges in keeping themselves clean and healthy. Excess weight can lead to skin irritation, increased sweating, and difficulty reaching certain areas of the body. Therefore, it is essential for big guys to pay special attention to their personal hygiene…
African oil bean seed is a nutrient-packed food condiment native to Eastern Nigeria. It is popularly known as “Ukpaka” or “ugba” in Igbo land, “apara” in Yoruba land, and is called “Ukana” by the Efiks in Southern Nigeria. The botanical name of African oil bean is Pentaclethra macrophylla. This traditional food condiment generally produced by…
Nigerian swallows are common staple food eaten in Nigeria. Most swallows are made up of starchy ingredients, which are rolled into food balls, and eaten with stews or soups in which they are dipped in and swallowed, hence the name ‘swallow’. There are so many healthy Nigerian swallows that you can eat with a variety…
Most people cannot go a day without staying of sugary drinks. This might not be difficult to understand because sugary drinks are sweet, and the more you consume sugar, the more your brain gets used to it. Sugary drinks include soda (or the ones we call soft drinks), juice, energy drinks, fruit punch, tea, and…
Older people are more susceptible to certain diseases and conditions. This is because the body does not remain the same as you age. The immune system gets weaker, your joints become stiff, and some organs in your body would start to decline in their functions. Many people have come to regard this as a normal…
One thing mothers worry about is how to prevent heat rashes from forming on their babies’ bodies. Heat rashes are signs of inflammation or irritation commonly caused when a baby is exposed to a hot or humid environment. Also known as prickly heat or miliaria, heat rashes appear in the form of small, red, or…
The veins are one part of your body that you rarely think about. You know it is there and you already learned about its functions, but chances are that it does not cross your mind. This means that you may not even know how to care for your veins or that it needs caring at…
When most people hear the word ‘exercise,’ they imagine it only has to do with shedding weight or building muscles. But that is far from the truth, as exercises benefit more than just the body. Physical exercise plays a vital role in promoting brain health and cognitive function. It not only benefits your body but…
