The month of December is one marked with festivity, not just in Nigeria alone but all over the world. December is particularly special because it is the last month of the year, which naturally means it is that time when people decide to take the break they did not take during the past eleven months…
One thing about Nigerians is that we love to eat, and we have a lot of options to choose from. With over 300 ethnic groups in the country, Nigeria has the type of diversity that ensures an abundance of food. Still, despite that, there are some foods are enjoyed around the country, regardless of ethnic…
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…
Prebiotics are a type of dietary fibre that foster the growth and development of good bacteria in the gut, which keeps the gut healthy. Prebiotics are not digested by the body but find their way to the gut where they promote the healthy functioning of the digestive system. Prebiotics are different from probiotics. While prebiotics…
Tuberculosis or TB is a disease that is spread by a germ. It is a communicable disease that is passed through the air when someone with the disease coughs or sneezes. TB is a serious disease that is often life-threatening, although there are medications that are used to treat the disease. Tuberculosis is a prevalent…
Oruwo leaves are a medicinal herb common in many parts of Africa. It is known as Brimstone tree in the English language, Oruwo in Yoruba Language, and Eze-ogu in the Igbo language, while its botanical name is Morinda Lucida. The roots have bitter taste, and are used as flavoring for food and alcoholic beverages. In…
This decade has brought us much terrible news about growing talcum powder lawsuits. To be honest, it is heartbreaking that a harmless-looking thing like baby talcum powder, which is supposed to protect the child, actually ends up harming. The past and ongoing talcum powder lawsuits have forced us to look for alternatives because, well, in the…
Ofada rice is a local variety of rice grown in Nigeria and used in the preparation of many dishes. Ofada rice are a mixture of different rice varieties, which are are not indigenous to Africa. It is mainly grown in the southwestern part of Nigeria and is said to be named after the town of…
Anaemia is a condition that occurs when you do not produce enough red blood cells. The red blood cells help to transport oxygen around the body. Lacking enough red blood cells mean your body would not get the required amount of oxygen it needs to properly function. The main cause of anaemia is iron deficiency….
An endemic disease is a disease with high prevalence in a certain region or area over a long period of time. There are quite a few endemic diseases in Nigeria, that are still present and widespread. There are two types of endemic diseases. Holoendemic Diseases – endemic diseases that primarily affect children and younger kids….
