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…
Fura da nono is one of the many popular local drinks we have in Nigeria. The drink comes from the northern part of the country, although today it is enjoyed in every corner of the country and even beyond. Fura da nono is a local type of gruel made from millet balls (fura) and cow…
Orange leaves are the leaves of the citrus that produces the orange fruit, a fruit of various citrus species in Rutaceae family. This article explores some of the potential health benefits of orange leaves. Orange leaves are not just a delicious, fragrant addition to your tea and potpourri. They are beneficial and medicinal to your health. Orange…
Watermelon is not only a popular thirst-quenching fruit on a typical sunny afternoon, and research shows that it supplies the body with essential nutrients necessary for healthy living, especially in men. Watermelon is 92% water and high in potassium and vitamins A and C. The remaining 8% Is lycopene, its highest concentration in any vegetable…
Eye diseases or Ocular problems are serious conditions that can cause visual difficulties. They vary in distribution across the world due to racial, geographical and socio-economic factors. Below are the five common eye diseases in Nigeria: [1] 5 Common Eye Diseases in Nigeria The prevalence of eye diseases in Nigeria varies from state to…
People who suffer from kidney failure or chronic kidney disease often need a dialysis. A dialysis is a form of treatment that provides the function of a kidney, removing waste from the body, maintaining a safe level of some chemicals like potassium and sodium in the blood, and also helping to regulate blood pressure. Dialysis…
Many people think you stop exercising after you cross a certain age, and for some, that age is 50. But this is not true. There is no age limit to keeping fit. In fact, doing exercises after 50 can be very beneficial as it can prevent certain conditions and make your body function better. As…
Getting enough sleep is great for your health, and sometimes you might not be getting the much-needed amount of sleep at night. Hence, you need to sleep in the afternoon. Sleeping during the day is also called napping or siesta. Medical studies show that sleeping in the afternoon is great for adults, and has some…
Stockfish is a type of fish that is widely eaten in Nigeria. It is very tasty and is mostly used in preparing soups because of how it enhances taste and aroma. Popularly called ‘okporoko’ amongst the Igbo people in Nigeria, stockfish is enjoyed all around the world. What we call stockfish is a type of…
The practice of skin bleaching, which is commonly accepted in society, dates back to 200 BCE. Then, the ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Romans used honey with olive oil to lighten their skin. Skin bleaching is a cosmetic procedure that is done to lighten the dark areas of skin or achieve a lighter complexion. The practice…
