Kunu is a traditional drink native to the Northern part of Nigeria. It is made from grains such as millet, maize, rice, or sorghum. Depending on the grain used, it is known in the Hausa language as “kunun aya” (from tiger nuts) this is one of the most preferred types of kunu due to the […]
Motorcycle ergonomics has become one of the most important concepts in ergonomics because of its life saving and wellness improvement capabilities. The goal of ergonomics is to optimize wellness as well as the overall performance of the system itself. As an applied science, motorcycle ergonomics is concerned with the design that fits the anatomical, […]
Snake meat is a delicacy in several parts of the world owing to its nutritional value. In China, there are several recipes for snake meat preparation, it is also highly sought after for its medicinal benefits. Snake meat is rich in nutrients and contains a lot of protein and fat. It also contains carbohydrates […]
Fura da nono is a popular African cold gruel produced and consumed mostly in the northern part of Nigeria. The meaning of Fura de nunu in English is simply milk and millet gruel. Fura da Nono as the Hausas call it or Fura de nunu as the majority of Nigerians choose to refer to it, […]
Garri: The Health Benefits Effects What is Garri? Garri also known as cassava flakes is a creamy-white, granular flour. It is a popular West African food made from cassava tubers. Garri is widely consumed in Nigeria and many other West African countries owing to its availability and affordability. Garri as a water-soaked snack is called […]
Tiger nuts are tuberous rhizomes of a sedge grass (Cyperus esculentus platinum). It is one of the earliest recorded plants cultivated in ancient Egypt, they are also used medicinally as oral medications and enemas. Tiger nut is known to be found in almost every part of the world but it is common in Africa, Europe, […]
Zobo Drink is one of the many nutritional drinks found in West Africa, it derives its name from the Hausa name of its parent plant “Zoborodo” Habiscus Sabdariffa (Roselle). Although several recipes for Zobo drink preparation exist, the beverage is generally produced by steaming flower petals of the plant in hot water, additional flavorings and […]
Most times we buy toothpaste without any reference to its composition and the implication of what it contains. All toothpaste with the exception of traditional or local preparations for oral health comes with a label and color strip indicating the constituents used in manufacturing the product. Oral hygiene as an important component of health plays […]
Dietary fiber or fiber is made up of the indigestible parts or compounds of food, which pass relatively unchanged through our stomach and intestines. Fiber is mainly a carbohydrate. The main role of fiber is to keep the digestive system healthy. Other terms for dietary fiber include ‘bulk’ and ‘roughage’, which can be misleading since […]
According to Harvard health, researchers have found a direct correlation between a higher BMI and a higher risk for heart attacks, strokes, and high blood pressure. In fact, they discovered that the risk increases the more fat a person carries around his or her waist. Visceral fat makes up only about 10% of a person’s […]
