How to Get Rid of Nausea With Alka Seltzer Nausea is the sensation of an urge to vomit. Nausea can be acute and short-lived, or it can be prolonged. When prolonged, it is a debilitating symptom. Nausea (and vomiting) can be psychological or physical in origin. It can originate from problems in the brain or […]
What Is Cinnamon? Cinnamon is a spice, sprinkled on toast and lattes. But extracts from the bark as well as leaves, flowers, fruits, and roots of the cinnamon tree have also been used in traditional medicine around the world for thousands of years. It’s used in cooking and baking and is added to many foods. […]
According to WHO, complementary feeding is defined as the process starting when breast milk alone is no longer sufficient to meet the nutritional requirements of infants, and therefore other foods and liquids are needed, along with breast milk. The transition from exclusive breastfeeding to family foods – referred to as complementary feeding – typically covers […]
According to the World Health Organization, malnutrition refers to deficiencies or excesses in nutrient intake, imbalance of essential nutrients, or impaired nutrient utilization. The double burden of malnutrition consists of both undernutrition and overweight and obesity, as well as diet-related non-communicable diseases. Undernutrition manifests in four broad forms: wasting, stunting, underweight, and micronutrient deficiencies. […]
According to the FDA ,Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is recalling its 12 oz. Hy-Vee Bagged Garden Salad product across its eight-state region due to the potential that it may be contaminated with Cyclospora. The potential for contamination was brought to Hy-Vee’s attention when Fresh Express – which manufactures the product – […]
Blood is a body fluid in humans that delivers necessary substances such as nutrients and oxygen to the cells and transports metabolic waste products away from those same cells. In vertebrates, it is composed of blood cells suspended in blood plasma. Blood plays an important role in regulating the body’s systems and maintaining homeostasis. Other functions include supplying oxygen and […]
Adoyo is a yellowish local drink that looks a lot like fruit juice from a distance. Adoyo is produced from ripe pineapple juice and supplement derived from Ogi, a product made from Sorghum a nutrient-packed grain that you can use in many ways. It’s rich in vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, […]
Once upon a time, those choosing not to imbibe were forced to make do with plain old juice and soft drinks, but with the rise of the “sober curious” movement and conscious consumption has also come a swath of alcohol-free wines that take out the booze (through a process known as dealcoholization) but don’t lose […]
The landscape of cooking oils in Nigeria really expanded over the past several years, bringing to light new types of unique oils that may seem intimidating at first. But different oils have different characteristics and specific purposes when it comes to cooking. Nigeria continues to face challenges in terms of providing healthy, hygienic and quality […]
Masa also known as Waina or Sinasir is a fermented puff batter of rice, millet, maize, or sorghum cooked in a pan with individual cuplike depressions. It resembles the Indian idli in shape and dosa in taste. It is different from the maize masa used in tortillas in Mexico and Central America. Masa is consumed in various forms by all […]
