Scotch bonnet is a variety of chilli pepper that is found in many parts of West Africa. They are used prominently in preparing cuisines and spicing up delicacies. Scotch bonnet pepper is called Ata Rodo in the Yoruba language of Nigeria. Fresh, ripe scotch bonnets can range from green to yellow to scarlet red colours….
Spaghetti comes in many shapes and sizes. It is usually made from wheat flour mixed with water and then rolled into long thin strings. Spaghetti is one of the oldest types of pasta, originally from southern Italy. Spaghetti can be served with tomato sauce, meatballs, or other toppings but can also be eaten in various…
Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate or Vitamin B9 that is found in certain foods. It is also sold separately as a supplement for those who need it, like pregnant women or those who have a Vitamin B9 deficiency. Because of how essential it is, Vitamin B9 has been added to a range…
In recent times, people have become more interested in taking care of their skin. This has led to the emergence of a range of skincare products and brands, all with the aim of helping people achieve the ‘perfect skin,’ no matter their skin tone. But taking care of your skin does not only involve using…
Eating hot or warm food is the norm. This is because most of the food we eat has to be cooked with heat. But not all food must pass through heat before it can be eaten. Examples include ice cream, canned foods, snacks, and more. Some people also prefer to leave their cooked food till…
Your house has a smell. You may not realise it because you live there but the smell is the first thing your visitors or guests notice as soon as they step into your house. The last thing you want is for your visitors to be hit with a pungent odour that your nose may not…
Journeying by car is always fun. Whether you are going somewhere within your town to another state, a car ride is always a fun experience. Some people even use their car to travel between two countries, and even more. No matter where you are going, you have to observe some basic safety tips to keep…
Anti-inflammatory foods are foods that help to manage or reduce the rate of inflammation in the body. Inflammation, by itself, is not a bad thing. It is the body’s way of responding and protecting itself from infection, injury, or any kind of physical harm, including irritation. What happens here is that the body releases white…
Antioxidants are molecules that fight off free radicals in our body. Free radicals are harmful compounds that cause damage to the body, leading to infections and diseases like diabetes and cancer, and could even lead to death. Antioxidants neutralise these free radicals and keeps your body healthy and strong. Having antioxidants in your body is…
Ovulation is a very important time in a woman’s cycle. It is during this period that an egg is released from the ovary, ready to be fertilised, by sperm. It is when the egg has been fertilised that the period of pregnancy begins. If the egg is unfertilised, it is shed during the next menstrual…
