A ‘chocolate skin’ refers to a person whose skin has a dusky or light brown pigmentation. It’s a beautiful brown skin tone similar to a chocolate color, hence, it is known as a chocolate skin. Yes, indeed, “chocolate skin” is that beautiful, radiant, melanin-rich skin tone many of us Africans proudly carry. It’s not just…
Food is any substance that can nourish the body without causing harm when taken in. Certain local foods contain essential minerals and vitamins which provide nutrients to the human body. Vitamin B12 is beneficial and can be found in many Nigerian foods. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a…
When last did you intentionally go for over 12 hours without using your phone? Can’t recall? Well, you are not alone. Over the years, phones have grown to become an integral part of our everyday lives. Besides making calls and sending text messages, which was the primary aim of a phone about two decades ago, we…
Taking care of your teeth and your mouth as a whole is very important, although not many people realise this. The reason why many people have problems with their teeth is often due to poor dental hygiene. You can avoid toothache and tooth decay if you learn to take care of your teeth the proper…
Weight loss is one of the most sought after topics on the internet, and this is because there are a lot of people who want to learn how to lose weight. In Nigeria, millions of people are trying to lose weight and overcome obesity. They have been wondering how to lose weight in Nigeria and…
Hardly would you come across anyone who does not like fried plantain. It is one food that is enjoyed in every part of the country. It is known as dodo in Western Nigeria. Fried plantain is simply plantain that has been sliced and then fried in hot oil until it is golden brown. Although there are many…
Meeting someone you wish to spend the rest of your life with can be such a magical feeling. But before you commit to them in marriage, you want to make sure nothing along the way would ruin your union. That is why it is advisable and very necessary that you conduct some medical tests before…
Potassium is a mineral that your body needs because the body is unable to produce potassium. This powerful mineral helps your muscles contract and keep your heart beating. It also maintains the balance of fluids in your body, helps regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels. In addition, potassium helps move nutrients into cells and…
Asthma is a medical condition whereby the airways of an individual experiences irritation, swelling and narrowing. It is a chronic lung disorder that causes airways — the tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs — to become inflamed. This condition causes the sufferer’s respiratory pathway to produce more mucus, making them have…
The Nigerian periwinkle is considered a delicacy in some parts of the country, especially among the South-South people, who use it in cooking soups like Afang and Edikang Ikong. The periwinkle is a type of sea snail that belongs to the Littorinidae family. Its scientific name is “Littorina littorea”. It is a specie of small…
