The broad greenish leaves of the starchy edible tuber, Cocoyam or Taro (Colocasia esculenta), are commonly known as cocoyam leaves. Cocoyam leaves are large, heart-shaped, and have a rough texture with a glossy green color. People who only know the cocoyam plant as a root crop are frequently surprised to learn that the leaves are…
Alligator meat, as the name suggests, is the meaty flesh of alligators that is consumed by humans. The meat has a mild flavor and strong texture. It is a type of game meat that is gaining popularity due to its unique taste and potential health benefits. Alligator meat is obtained by hunting and farming alligators,…
Arthritis is a disease known for affecting joints and the knees mainly. This can cause pain and swelling, making it difficult to be mobile and active. The thought of carrying out a variety of exercises may seem overwhelming and counterintuitive, especially when your knees appear swollen, stiff, and painful. However, exercise brings lots of benefits…
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that we eat 1–2 portions of fish per week due to the immense benefits of fish oil to our body system. Fish oil contains 30% omega-3s, and the remaining 70% consists of other helpful fats, including vitamins A and D. It is essential to know that the specific type…
Seasonal foods are those foods that appear or are available at a certain time or season of the year. The season is the time when that food would be ripe and ready for harvest. Depending on the type of food, some may be available for just a few weeks while some others could be available…
Water, they say, is life. That statement is only true when you have access to clean, drinkable water. Irrespective of that, dirty or contaminated water, however, is something you should avoid by all means. Dirty water contains a lot of things you would not want in your body like microorganisms, including Bacteria, and some harmful…
When it comes to living healthy, many people talk about losing weight. However, for some, gaining weight would mean that they are healthy. There are many people who are struggling to gain weight; well, one major factor that can affect your weight is what you eat. Have you ever wondered which foods can help you…
The ehu seed is a tropical spice of West African origins. It is a common ingredient in soups among the many cultures in the West African region. Monodora myristica, which is scientifically known as Ehu seeds among the Igbo people of Nigeria, is also known by another name internationally; African Nutmeg or calabash nutmeg. It…
Having intercourse with your partner is one way of creating a strong bond and intimacy in a relationship. Many couples have sex at different frequencies. Some engage in it once or twice a week or month, while some engage in sexual activities a bit more often. However, there are some people who have sex every…
Tomato seeds are small, oval-shaped, and located in the center of the tomato fruit. This article discusses the potential health benefits of tomato seeds. We often throw out tomato seeds at home when preparing or eating them. There is this notion that the seed might contribute to kidney stones or prevent your digestion process. Is…