Looking for a way to build your muscles but do not want to visit the gym? Well, you do not have to visit the gym as there are some exercises you can do right at home. Building muscles requires determination more than anything else. If you are sure, you can keep that determination while at…
Back in July 2022, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared that Monkeypox or mpox was a global health emergency. This was after the virus was reported in over 70 countries, infecting thousands of people and even claiming some lives in the process. The declaration has forced people to treat news of the virus with more…
Intestine meat is a type of organ meat that is commonly consumed in some cultures as a traditional food. Animal intestines after it has been cleaned and fried or sautéed, is often called Chitterlings or Chitlins. In Nigeria, it is called ’roundabout’ and is usually sourced from cows or goats. It is also called it…
Forgetting to medications is something a lot of people are used to doing. For some, it can be a daunting task to stick your prescription and complete it accordingly. The reason why people forget to take their medicines might vary. Some simply forget, some procrastinate taking their medications, while some become irregular with their medications…
Nsala soup, also called White Soup is undoubtedly very popular with Igbo people. Often referred to as Ofe Nsala by the Igbo folks, it usually has a combo of local spices, meat, pounded yam, vegetables, and fish; which is added together and transformed into a very delicious dish. Nsala soup is a common staple food…
Achi seeds are a popular soup thickener in many parts of Nigeria and Cameroon. The plant is botanically known as Brachystegia Eurycoma. The seeds are usually ground into powder and used for soup thickening, as well as other herbal or medicinal purposes. However, it is widely used to thicken soup, and can used in place of…
Black-eyed bean (Vigna unguiculata) is a medium-sized, edible legume grown in many parts of the world. It is a specie of cowpea, a plant domesticated in Africa, and is sometimes called cowpea. They have a very pale color and a large black, brown, or red spot that resembles an eye, hence, the name. You might…
The Nigerian periwinkle is considered a delicacy in some parts of the country, especially among the South-South people, who use it in cooking soups like Afang and Edikang Ikong. The periwinkle is a type of sea snail that belongs to the Littorinidae family. Its scientific name is “Littorina littorea”. It is a specie of small…
In recent times, there has been much talk about red meat and its effect on the body. Some reports say it could shorten your life span, while others say it could put you at risk of certain diseases, like cancer. This has led some people to advocate quitting eating red meat totally, while some call…
Nuts are a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-eat natural edible food. Most nuts are ready to eat and do not require any processing. However, others must go through a series of steps before being consumed. Walnuts and almonds are two popular nuts in the world. This article will provide you with the health benefits of walnuts…
