A first aid box is an essential item that everyone should have in their home, car, and workplace. It should be well-stocked and accessible in case of an emergency. In Nigeria, emergencies and accidents can happen at any time and in any place, whether at home, school, work, or on the road. It is crucial…
People are encouraged to eat healthily, stay clean and take care of their bodies. This includes following the proper diet, avoiding things that can harm your health, and doing your workout. Nonetheless, some of the foods nature has blessed us with include none but your very own garlic. Dieticians advise that eating garlic raw has…
The subject of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is one most Nigerians approach with care and caution. This often makes it difficult for people to educate themselves on the matter since there is almost no one willing to talk about it. Even in schools, some teachers barely go beyond the definition of the virus. This means…
A microwave oven has become a necessary kitchen appliance. Most of the people who do not currently own one have plans to get one. It provides a very convenient way of heating food up. Simply put your food in it, press a button, and in a few seconds or minutes, your cold food would have…
Vitamin E is an important vitamin that helps many organs in your body work well. It’s also a strong antioxidant with many health benefits. Since your body doesn’t make vitamin E, you need to get it from the foods you eat. Many foods that are high in vitamin E can be found in Nigeria. This…
Babies are required to take breastmilk for, at least, the first six months of their lives, and after that, most mothers are ready to introduce them to other foods. However, babies cannot just eat anything. They require food with a lot of nutrients that would help them grow strong. They also need food that would…
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…
A chronic illness is an illness that persists for a long time or at least lasts for three months. An individual might suffer from a chronic illness for years and it often leads to death. Chronic illnesses often require constant medical attention to make them easier to manage, as there is no cure in most…
Most people have a fitness routine that they repeat every day. However, they never feel they make any progress, no matter how hard they are working. This can get pretty discouraging, especially if you’re just starting to workout. But, there are ways to tweak your routine the right way that will push you toward your…
Nzu, also known as calabash chalk, is an edible clay commonly found in Nigeria and across West Africa. While it’s widely referred to as calabash chalk in English, many Nigerians know it as nzu in Igbo, ndom in Efik/Ibibio, and eko in Bini/Edo. If you grew up in Nigeria, you might have seen nzu being…
