The combination of malt and milk is very common among Nigerians as they claim it maximizes blood production in the human body. Ultimately, these two drink combinations are given to people who donate blood or want to improve blood supply. However, does this mean that malt and milk can be used to regain blood in…
Bushmeat is prevalent in Nigeria. It is considered normal to eat wildlife animals, though not every animal. Bushmeat is a collective name for the meat of wild animals killed for food by hunters in many parts of Africa. Some common bushmeats are meats gotten from grasscutter, squirrel, monkey etc. Some ethnic group forbids eating certain…
Malaria is one of the diseases that are endemic to Nigeria. Spread by the female Anopheles Mosquito, Malaria is a very deadly disease that kills hundreds of thousands of people all over the world each year. A 2022 report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) stated that Nigeria accounted for 31.9% of global Malaria deaths…
Achicha ede, as popularly eaten by eastern Nigerians, is a delicious meal mainly prepared from dried cocoyam flakes. Other ingredients used in preparing achicha ede include red palm oil, leafy green vegetables, ukpaka (ugba), akidi, onions, pepper, and pigeon pea (fio fio). The Igbos consume this special delicacy both as an everyday meal and on…
Potash is commonly used in cooking here in Nigeria. It is known by its other names, like ‘Akanwu,’ among the Igbos, and ‘Kaun,’ among the Yorubas. It is a type of lake salt, sodium carbonate or potassium carbonate. It has a chalk-like texture and is usually whitish or grey. This article will discuss the possible…
Taking care of your physical health is the first step toward a mindful lifestyle. However, sometimes things are better said than done. The same is the case with your weight loss journey. You are supposed to take care of a lot of things at the same time in order to ensure you achieve your weight…
Have you ever felt like you have eating more than you can handle? It is safe to say we all have been there. Often, when such happens, you may find it hard to move your body or even do something as simple as sitting upright. Of course, overfeeding does not have any permanent effect as…
Garri is the granular flour that is gotten by processing the starchy tuberous roots of freshly harvested cassava. It is one of the most affordable and popular food in Nigeria. Despite its popularity, many Nigerians are not aware of the many health benefits of garri. This article discusses the nutritional value and health benefits of…
Hog plum is a species of tree and flowering plant of the Anacardiaceae family. It is cultivated in many parts of Africa. In Nigeria, the fruit is called Iyeye in the Yoruba language, ngulungwu in Igbo language, Isada in Hausa language, and Ughighen in the Urhobo language. The scientific name of hog plum is Spondias mombin. The plant experiencing a surge in popularity in…
Kefir is a cultured, fermented milk drink similar to yogurt — though not as thick as yogurt, kefir has been shown to contain a lot more nutrients than your regular yogurt. And what’s more — kefir is easier to make and can easily be prepared at home with only the kefir grains (starter grains) and…
