Pepper fruit [scientifically known as Dennettia tripetala G. Baker.] is a peppery fruit from the Annonaceae family, and it is widely consumed in West African countries like Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, and the likes. This spicy fruit is often called different names by different tribes in Nigeria; it is called “Mmimi” in Igbo land, “Ata…
Seasonal foods are those foods that appear or are available at a certain time or season of the year. The season is the time when that food would be ripe and ready for harvest. Depending on the type of food, some may be available for just a few weeks while some others could be available…
Snail meat is a delicacy in certain places, including Nigeria. While snail might not look appetising, some people are gifted in the art of preparing it in such a way that it may be hard to tell it apart from other kinds of meat. There are joints and high-class restaurants where snail meat is part…
Fast food has become a staple of the modern diet, with many people relying on it for quick and convenient meals. Fast food is enjoyed for its convenience and the sweet taste of the foods they sell, which is why it is quite popular among young children or adults who lead an active, busy life. …
Soursop, botanically known as (Graviola guyabano) is the fruit of broadleaf and flowering tree Annona Muricata. It grows in the tropical regions of South America, Asia, and Africa. It could be mistaken for a spiky avocado. The fruits are large and oval-shaped. The green exterior, which is covered by spines, covers stringy flesh. Traditionally, soursop is…
If you are looking to add weight, then you need to start eating a lot of calorie-dense foods. These are foods that have high amounts of calories. Calories are the amount of energy released when food is broken down by the body. Foods that have more calories realise more energy when they are digested and…
Even at their most effective pace – social distancing has only helped to slow down the spread of the coronavirus disease – it does not cure it neither does it offer any help to those who have been infected with the virus. Scientists are currently in a race to find an effective cure for the…
The harmattan season is characterized by the cold dusty wind. This dry, cold wind dries out the skin leading to various skin-related concerns such as dry skin, cracked lips, and cracked soles of the feet. Skincare is therefore very important during the harmattan, so as to maintain supple and healthy skin. Thus, it would be…
Getting bitten by a snake is one of the most common fears that everyone has. However, getting bitten by a snake while using the toilet is absolutely terrifying to imagine. On November 22, 2021, it was reported that Ogah Bercy, an official of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) had died from a snake bite, which…
As of the 25th of March, 2020, the total number of confirmed coronavirus disease in Nigeria has risen to 46 – a huge jump from the first case confirmed on the 28th of February 2020. The coronavirus first originated in China and has since spread to 15 countries with Italy having the highest number of…
