Bananas and milk are a very popular combo used in making shakes and smoothies. The two foods are delicious and versatile, and they are both great sources of nutrients and energy for the body. However, quite a few people are indifferent about taking bananas and milk together. Is it good to eat bananas and milk…
In the world today, a lot of people are stressed. Work, school, family, societal, and personal pressures can choke the life out an individual and cause them to be stressed. The sad thing is that some people think that being stressed is having no long-lasting effects on them. That’s not true at all Are you…
Polyethylene glycol may be “pegylated” or “joined to another substance.” Keep reading for a Pegylated Mechano-Growth Factor research summary. This pegylation is often considered to lessen the severity of an immune response or, as in the instance of PEG-MGF, to possibly lengthen the half-life of a molecule in the blood by decreasing its clearance in…
Vegetables, especially leafy vegetables, are part of almost every food we eat daily. So many delicious Nigerian meals and soups are prepared with vegetables. Leafy vegetables are readily available in the market, and very affordable too. However, a lot of vegetables that are used in preparing meals have to be chopped into smaller pieces. Thus,…
If you are a Nigerian, and you have not come across owo soup, then you definitely haven’t traveled around the country. Owo soup is a tasty delicacy that is eaten and associated mainly with the South-South region of Nigeria, particularly the Itsekiri, Isoko, Urhobo, Ijaw peoples of Delta state and Bini people of Edo state….
Pork is the name for the meat obtained from a domestic pig and is one of the most consumed meats globally. In religions such as Islam and Judaism, it is forbidden to eat pork. It is called ‘pork meat’ in Nigeria and is often added to various soups, stews, and other delicacies. Many individuals find…
Fast food has become a staple of the modern diet, with many people relying on it for quick and convenient meals. Fast food is enjoyed for its convenience and the sweet taste of the foods they sell, which is why it is quite popular among young children or adults who lead an active, busy life. …
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…
Avocado is a well-known fruit that is loved for its creamy texture and rich flavor. However, many people are unaware that avocado peels also have health benefits. Avocado peels are the outermost layer of the fruit that is typically removed and discarded before consumption. They are thick and tough, with a greenish-brown color. In this…
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…
