Probiotic foods are foods that contain microorganisms like bacteria, but the good kind, and yeast. These are referred to as probiotics. While you have been told that bacteria cause illnesses and should be completely avoided, not every bacteria are bad. Probiotics have some health benefits including improving digestive health, reducing the effect of lactose intolerance,…
Onion and honey are two very healthy things. Onion is a vegetable that contains several vitamins, minerals, and powerful plant compounds that have been said to promote health in many ways. While honey is a delicious syrupy liquid that honeybees products from plant nectar. It also has a lot of potential health benefits and is…
In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in autism diagnoses in Nigeria. This increase is largely due to improved awareness and better access to diagnostic tools. Previously, autism was underreported due to limited knowledge and misconceptions, but today, more families are recognizing the signs early on. What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder…
Pounded yam, also known as Iyan in western locations of Nigeria, is a yam recipe made by boiling the yam and then pounding it with a mortar and pestle until it stretches out like a dough. It is one of the popular healthy swallows in Nigeria. Pounded yam is used to eat delicious Nigerian soups…
Dietary fibre, or simply fibre, is a part of food, commonly found in plants, that do not get digested or broken down by enzymes in the stomach. It is usually common in foods such as fruits, vegetables, and grain, and it is classified as a carbohydrate. Fibre is usually grouped into two types, and knowing…
Meat Pie is a popular snack among students, teenagers, and young adults, with Aussies being the biggest meat pie eaters globally. It is made with minced meat (usually beef or lamb), vegetables, gravy, and sometimes cheese. Meat pie is generally eaten in between meals and served on occasion alongside drinks. The meat pie can be…
Nigerians enjoy eating vegetables a lot that they add it to almost anything they cook. They either enjoy it alone or add it to their cooking. One of the reasons for this is because of the abundance of vegetables in the country. Nigeria’s soil is very suitable for the production of many crops, including leafy…
Nothing adds flavour to your food like garlic. Its ability to enhance both the taste and smell of the food makes it a very important ingredient for most people. Besides that, garlic has immense health benefits and can be consumed for several reasons. The benefits of garlic for men and women are immeasurable as you…
PCOS is a condition that causes cysts to form at the outer edge of the ovary. It also triggers hormonal imbalance, as women who have the condition would produce high amounts of male hormones. According to statistics, 1 out of 10 women experience polycystic ovary syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS. This condition is also very…
Zobo is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, ranging from Africa to Asia, Europe, America, etc. and it is served in various homes and restaurants. You may think Zobo is just a regular drink for quenching thirst and feeling the belly, but it’s more than that! Zobo is not just a delicious…
