Eating according to your blood group type is something that becomes popular every now and then. Although there is no scientific study that backs up the claim that there are specific foods meant for a particular blood group, like O positive, for instance, this has not stopped people from trying to stick with such diets. …
Almost everyone knows mango, as it is one of the most popular tropical fruits in the world. Mangoes are the fruits gotten from the trees and are very nutritious and rich, but they are not the only thing edible in the plant. The leaves of mango (Mangifera indica) also have amazing properties and have been…
Appetizers are generally regarded as food taken before the main meal. That is, they are served before the main dish as a way to gain an appetite. They are usually served in small portions that are not meant to satisfy but to prepare the person for the main dish. They are usually served in events…
Cryptic pregnancy or stealth pregnancy is a phenomenon that occurs where a woman does not know that she is pregnant up until she gets to labour or even after she has given birth. Sometimes, the woman does not become aware till around week 20 (4 months) of the pregnancy. A woman with a cryptic pregnancy…
Roasting is a way of cooking that involves using dry heat to cook the food with an open flame, an oven, or another heat source. Roasting is a very common method of cooking, and foods that are cooked that way are generally known as roasted foods. It is one of the easiest cooking methods that…
Lemon and ginger are two ingredients commonly used in cooking, but did you know that they also offer a host of health benefits when combined? Lemon is a citrus fruit that is high in vitamin C and antioxidants, while ginger is a root that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat ailments…
Nigerian cultures have always been very rich and quite innovative. Before the coming of the Europeans and their products, we found ways to entertain and enjoy ourselves. We have our food as well as drinks. Drinks that could be made without the need for breweries or sophisticated preservation. The ingredients were also very easy to…
Your monthly period comes with a lot of discomforts. As if having to deal with mood swings and bloating is not enough, you also have to battle cramps, which can be very painful. Most women would agree that it is almost impossible to describe how much menstrual cramps hurt. To subside the pain, some people…
Grains are seeds of certain grass plants we eat as food. They are regarded as staple foods, because they form a core part of the diet of most people, as they are eaten almost every day. Here in Nigeria, we eat grains a lot. Some examples of grains include rice, millet, wheat, quinoa, and more….
Students are known to consume junk food regularly because they feel it is more convenient to prepare and get. You can just order some snacks and get them delivered at break time. Eating junk food might be seen as fun, but it can be dangerous in the long run. Junk foods do not provide any…
