Nuts are a very important part of our diet. No matter the kind of lifestyle you keep or whether you are a vegetarian or not, you will find that nuts are very enjoyable. You can either eat it as a snack, on-the-go, or add it to your cooking. Some of these nuts are gotten from…
Everyone loves to have dessert. Most times, we do not necessarily have them after a meal, but at any time of the day, as a snack. What is there not to love about desserts? They are tasty and satisfying. Plus, they are always easy to get and you can easily make them at homes. Nigerian…
Good Health is important for the development of any country in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) even defines health as “a state of physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” So, mental health is an essential part of our health and well-being. WHO then defines…
Many people live their lives without experiencing any problems with their thyroid or even knowing what the thyroid is. Some, however, are not so lucky and experience thyroid disorders at some point in their lives. Today, you will learn how to care for your thyroid. The thyroid gland plays a very important part in the…
You may doubt the authenticity of burning fat with sleep. That’s expected. Truth is, aside from stress and other possible mental reasons, we gain body fat because we consume fatty foods. We can only consume these foods because we’re awake, and sleeping – healthy sleep – means you don’t get unnecessary cravings. So, keep an…
Palm wine is a popular alcoholic beverage gotten from the sap of various palm trees. It is widely consumed in many parts of Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and South America. In Nigeria, Palm wine is also a common alcoholic drink. The local names for palm wine in Nigeria are, Nkwu Ocha, emu, nkwu, Palmy, Ukọt…
Onion is one of the most widely cultivated vegetables in the world. It is consumed in various ways in almost all cuisines across the globe. Leaves and bulbs gotten from the onion plant are used in preparing soups, snacks, salads, vegetables, sauces, stews, barbecue, etc. They provide aroma and flavour to the food. Onions are…
Waking up early with barely enough time to prepare can make it very easy to skip breakfast. For some other people, they are trying to watch their weight and do not want to load themselves with food that would have them feeling lethargic at work. Mothers may also not have the energy to prepare meals…
If you are looking for a way to eat healthily and keep your body in great shape, you should consider going on a keto diet. Chances are that you have come across the term ‘keto food’ or ‘keto diet’ before, without knowing what it means. Keto diet in Nigeria has started becoming a very popular…
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic condition that arises when the pancreas produces insufficient insulin or when the body’s insulin is ineffectively used. This is characterized by high blood glucose (or blood sugar) levels, which can cause catastrophic damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys, and nerves over time. The aetiology and pathogenesis of…
