Oha leaf is a popular cooking ingredient in the Southeastern part of Nigeria. Botanically known as Pterocarpus mildraedii, and called African Rosewood in English. Oha leaf is often used in the preparation of soups and other delicacies. Besides the flavour it adds to foods, oha leaf is also used because it has some medicinal or…
Losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight involves a few key things. First, you have to make changes to your diet. You cannot eat what you used to eat before, which made you gain weight in the first place. Following a new diet is very important. But it does not end there – you have…
What is tear gas? Tear gas refers to a group of chemical irritants commonly used to control or disperse crowds. The common chemical used for this is 2-chlorobenzalmalonitrile or CS. Contrary to its name, tear gas isn’t a gas. It’s a pressurized powder that creates a mist when released. What are the effects of tear…
The liver is the largest gland and second largest organ of the human body. It weighs about 1.3 to 1.6 kg for adults, and is reddish-brown. The liver performs numerous metabolic functions such as filtering the toxins or chemicals from the body, which are disposed of as bile, and expelled in the form of stool…
Hearing aids available over-the-counter offer a modern and more economical solution for those needing assistance with hearing loss. No professional visit is needed for their fitting. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, while hearing aids available Over The Counter may be suitable for some, especially those suffering severe hearing loss, they aren’t suitable for all. This…
Tile flooring is a popular choice for homes and businesses due to its durability, low maintenance, easy to clean, and can add a sleek, modern look to any room. However, many people are unaware of the potential health effects of tile flooring. In this article, we will explore the health effects of tile flooring and…
Okra is a very common vegetable rich in calcium. It’s basically a green pod shaped like a spear head. The pod usually contains its seeds. Because of the shape of the okra pod, it is often called ‘lady finger’. Okra is commonly used for making soups in West Africa, for example, okro soup is a…
Kunu is a popular non-alcoholic beverage widely consumed in Nigeria (especially in the Northern region). It can be prepared using numerous grains, including millet, sorghum, maize, rice, etc. The variety of the Kunu drink that is made from sorghum is usually light-brown in colour, while the one made from millet and maize are usually white….
Water, they say, is life. That statement is only true when you have access to clean, drinkable water. Irrespective of that, dirty or contaminated water, however, is something you should avoid by all means. Dirty water contains a lot of things you would not want in your body like microorganisms, including Bacteria, and some harmful…
Growing children are very fragile and susceptible to several diseases. That is why it is important that babies receive vaccines from the very point of birth. Immunization or vaccination is the act of giving the child vaccines that would help fight and prevent infectious diseases. Such diseases can hamper the child’s growth and result in…
