The thyroid is a very important gland in the body that many people do not think about unless something goes wrong. And, usually, nothing happens. But when it does, it can have a lot of impact on the body. The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland that is located at the base of the neck….
Beans and Garri is a popular Nigerian food combo. Many Nigerians enjoy eating their delicious hot plate of beans with freshly soaked garri. This article explores the health benefits of beans and garri. Beans are seeds from the Fabaceae family, called legume, pea, or bean family. Beans are a great source of protein, fiber, iron,…
Semolina is a coarse flour used in making pasta, bread, cereals and other food products. In Nigeria, semolina flour is used to prepare the Semolina fufu which is eaten with the various Nigerian soups. It was formerly known as middlings of durum wheat, but nowadays people prefer middlings of maize and rice. It appears yellow…
We all want to be healthy. Being in excellent health is a desire shared by everyone around the world, especially Nigerians! One significant way we can achieve good health is by learning about our health and how to live healthily. I want to help you live healthily, so I’m inviting you to read my…
Fermented foods make up a part of our regular diet here in Nigeria. The process of fermentation has been practiced all over the world for centuries. Fermentation helps with the preservation of food. It enhances the taste, texture, and aroma of the food. It also makes the food easier to digest and more nutritious, as…
Is hard water really that bad? With myths and misinformation, many people are unsure about the true effects of hard water. While it can be damaging in some ways, it can be beneficial in others. We explore the effects of hard water to see if it is that bad.What is hard water? Before exploring the…
Do you have a job or a lifestyle that makes you to sit all day? Many people have lifestyle that involves sitting for prolonged period of time. Indeed, long hours of sitting, staring at your screen, and trying to stay productive are becoming the new normal. But this sedentary lifestyle is doing more harm than…
Plantain fufu is a classic meal made from plantain, which is an unripe green plant. Before it can be used, this unripe plantain is primarily processed into a paste. It is commonly referred to as “swallow” in West Africa due to its firm texture. Plantain fufu or plantain amala is one of the most healthy…
Scientifically known as Thymus vulgaris, thyme is a savoury herb widely used in some countries of the world to flavour meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes. In Nigeria, thyme is commonly used as a spice to enhance the natural flavor of meat and is often added to dishes like jollof or fried rice. It is also used…
Wheat flour is flour milled from the entire kernel of wheat. There are two types of wheat flour, soft wheat flour and hard wheat flour. Soft wheat flour has ery low gluten content, while hard wheat flour contains high gluten content. Wheat flour is used for many consumption purposes all over the world. In Nigeria,…
