ARTICLES ON FOOD & NUTRITION
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0Healthy living and a longer life is largely dependent on your diet and lifestyle. This is because, your body... -
2African Dishes African dishes such as Eba which is made from Gari and a host of others have always been... -
1Snake Snake meat is a delicacy in several parts of the world owing to its nutritional value. In China there... -
1Ginger otherwise known as Zingiber officinale is one of the most important plants in the world, the use of... -
0Most delicacies around the globe are prepared using various types of oil. This smooth flowing liquid enhances the organoleptic... -
0Traveling outside your home country can be sometimes depressing especially when you don’t know the type of diet you...
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4Wrongly misrepresented as a sign of good living in many countries, abdominal or visceral fat has been implicated in... -
3Pharm Oluwakemi F. Otorkpa M D, CEO Multicare Pharmaceuticals What are the types of diet that exists and what are... -
1Preventable diseases related to nutrition account for more than half of annual health budgets according to the Centre for... -
0Steak and Shake menu features mainly hand-dipped milkshakes and hamburgers, one item that is surprisingly missing from the Steak... -
0For many, achieving cookiegazm at night has become a part of life while some are finding sleep almost impossible... -
1Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, trout, sardines and herring have oil in their tissues and in the belly... -
0Cucumber juice is produced by pressing out, squeezing, blending or exerting any form of pressure on the cucumber vegetable... -
3African food and Nigerian food by extension are among the most nutritious food on the planet, despite the westernization... -
2Is it safe to drink distilled water everyday? The composition of water varies with local geological nature of an area... -
2Globally the prevalence of diabetes in adults (18 years and older) is 8.5 %. An estimated 1.5 million deaths... -
0Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, trout, sardines and herring have oil in their tissues and in the belly... -
0It’s not always possible to know which dietary supplement is the best and which is made of quality ingredients.... -
1What is Distilled water? Distilled water is water that has been boiled into steam and then cooled to become water again in a separate container making it free... -
2Diabetes - Globally the prevalence of diabetes in adults (18 years and older) is 8.5 %. An estimated 1.5 million... -
2How to Make Bitter Leaf Tea Tea is a beloved drink all over the world. It is one of the... -
1Food poisoning is a disease that usually results in vomiting and diarrhea after a person eats or drinks fluids that are... -
0How Long Does Colon Cancer Take To Develop Develop ? The human body is made up of billions of cells... -
0A ketogenic diet is a diet high in fat, low in carbohydrate with adequate-protein. It was originally used in medicine to treat difficult to control epilepsy... -
0Creatine is a nitrogenous organic acid synthesized primarily in the liver and kidneys. It occurs naturally in vertebrates where it... -
0Download WFP Food and Nutrition Handbook Free The World Food Programme (WFP) is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations... -
0Chirata, also known as Bitter Stick or Chirayta is a medicinal herb plant native to temperate Himalaya. It is... -
0Basmati Rice is a variety of long, slender-grained aromatic rice which is traditionally from the Indian subcontinent .Basmati rice occupies a prime... -
1Irish Moss is a commonly gathered seaweed or red algae . The latin name of Irish Moss is Chondrus... -
0According to the American Heart association, replacing bad fats (saturated and trans) with healthier fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated) is better... -
0Canola oil, or canola for short, is a vegetable oil derived from a variety of rapeseed that is low... -
0Smoke Point – Smoke point of an oil also known as boiling point of an oil can simply be... -
0Peanut oil - Peanut oil or groundnut oil is one of the major vegetable oils used in cooking and frying, and... -
0Gorgonzola is a veined Italian blue cheese, made from unskimmed cow's milk. It can be buttery or firm, crumbly... -
0The rohu fish (Labeo rohita) is a freshwater fish of the carp family Cyprinidae that is also commonly called the Ruee, Rui or... -
0Pregnancy is one of the most vital and sensitive periods in a woman's life. A typical pregnancy lasts 40... -
0Zobo also known as Hibiscus has been cultivated around the world for thousands of years. They belong to the... -
0Infertility refers to a diminished or absent ability to conceive and bear a child. A couple is considered to... -
0Bitter Kola also known as Garcinia kola is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae or Guttiferae family.... -
0African breadfruit popularly known as “UKWA” is a highly nutritious meal which if added to daily food could help... -
0Tiger nuts are tubers, like sweet potato, though much smaller in size. They get their name from the... -
0Zobo (Zoborodo) is a Nigerian beverage made from dried Roselle plant flowers. The drink is also known as Roselle... -
0Protein is an important component of every cell in the body. Hair and nails are mostly made of protein.... -
0Millets are a group of highly variable small-seeded grasses, widely grown around the world as cereal crops or grains... -
1A healthy diet is a diet that helps to maintain or improve overall health. A healthy diet provides the... -
0Plantains are the less-sweet, starchier equivalent to the banana. Plantains are an extremely important staple food for people in... -
0Fura da nono is a popular African cold gruel produced and consumed mostly in northern part of Nigeria. The... -
0Fake foods are highly processed foods including foods that mimic real food like "fake meat. Counterfeit food or “economically... -
2Kunu is a traditional drink native to the Northern part of Nigeria. It is made from grains such as... -
1A global alarm on baby food has been raised following the discovery of toxic heavy metal in baby food... -
1What is H-86 Compound? H-86 is Cancer supplement promoted by the Health Sciences Institute (HSI) an organization which claims to... -
0What is Kpomo? Cow skin, popularly known as Kpomo, Ponmo or Kanda, is a favourite of many Nigerians. A regular... -
2Bitter leaf plant is botanically known as Vernonia amygdalina , in Hausa the plant is known as shakwa or shuwaka, in... -
4tiger nut milk Tiger nuts are tuberous rhizomes of a sedge grass (Cyperus esculentus lativum). It is one of the... -
0Àmàlà is a local indigenous Nigerian food made out of yam and or cassava flour, or from unripe plantain... -
1Garri: The Health Benefits Effects What is Gari? Gari also known as cassava flakes is a creamy-white, granular flour. It is... -
0What is Enterogermina Oral Suspension? Enterogermina Oral Suspension is an anti-microbial agent for the intestine that contains anti-diarrhoeic microorganisms, multiantibiotic-resistant... -
3Zobo Drink is one of the many nutritional drinks found in West Africa, it derives its name from the... -
0Calcium is a key nutrient that many of us overlook in our diets. Almost every cell in the body... -
0Does H86 Cure Cancer Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade... -
0Note: This guidance is aimed at individuals and families in contexts where self-quarantine and isolation have been recommended or... -
0Nutrition is about eating a healthy and balanced diet so your body gets the nutrients that it needs. Nutrients... -
0Your body goes through numerous physical and hormonal changes during pregnancy. The way you nourish your body during this... -
0Good nutrition is an important component of a healthy lifestyle and a healthy baby. The best time to review... -
0Sperm is the male reproductive cell, or gamete, in anisogamous forms of sexual reproduction. Humans produce motile sperm with... -
0Masa also known as Waina or Sinasir is a fermented puff batter of rice, millet, maize, or sorghum cooked in... -
0The landscape of cooking oils in Nigeria really expanded over the past several years, bringing to light new types... -
0Once upon a time, those choosing not to imbibe were forced to make due with plain old juice and... -
0Adoyo is a yellowish local drink which looks a lot like fruit juice from a distance. Adoyo is produced... -
0Blood is a body fluid in humans that delivers necessary substances such as nutrients and oxygen to the cells and... -
0Aju Mbaise is a fat burning slimming herbal mixture that combines ginger roots, traditional leaves, uziza seeds, uda and... -
0According to the FDA ,Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is recalling its 12 oz. Hy-Vee Bagged... -
0According to the World Health Organization, malnutrition refers to deficiencies or excesses in nutrient intake, imbalance of essential nutrients... -
0According to WHO, complementary feeding is defined as the process starting when breast milk alone is no longer sufficient... -
0Nigeria has the second highest burden of stunted children in the world, with a national prevalence rate of 32... -
0Food is defined as any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for an organism. Food is usually of plant... -
0What is Food Safety? Food safety refers to the proper handling, cooking, and preservation of food in order to protect... -
0How to Get Rid of Nausea With Alka Seltzer Nausea is the sensation of an urge to vomit. Nausea... -
0Golden Morn known in Ghana as CEREVITA is a nutritious, delicious and filling cereal made from locally sourced whole... -
0Despite being the first seasoning produced since 1909, Ajinomoto the number one brand of Monosodium Glutamate has continued to... -
0The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein and very low-carbohydrate diet. Carbohydrates are the body's preferred source of energy,... -
0Cornflakes is one of the most popular breakfast cereals eaten in the world, and for many people across... -
0Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating contaminated food. It's not usually serious and most people get better... -
0Food chemistry is concerned with analytical, biochemical, chemical, physical, nutritional, and toxicological aspects of foods and food ingredients. The... -
0The history of food chemistry dates back to the late 1700s, when many famous chemists were involved in discovering...
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0Semovita is one of the most popular foods in Nigeria, hardly will you find any restaurant in the country... -
0A popular West African food, waakye is a Ghanaian dish of cooked rice and beans, commonly eaten for breakfast... -
0Pounded yam is one of the most important foods in Nigeria. This food is made from yams a perennial... -
0Fufu is an essential food in most of West Africa, and it followed enslaved West Africans when they came... -
0Garden eggs, also known as eggplant or aubergines, is a vegetable that is increasingly becoming very popular around the... -
0Alligator pepper also known as Atare (in Yoruba), Chitta (Hausa) or Guinea Pepper mbongo spice, or hepper pepper is... -
0Pumpkin leaf is a dark green leafy vegetable found in the tropics, rich in water, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron... -
0Guinea corn is a nutrient-rich grain that is often ground into flour to make bread, porridge and pancakes. Including... -
0Agbalumo is a close relative of the African star apple (Chrysophyllum africanum) which is common throughout West Africa. It... -
0Popularly known as Dabino in Nigeria, date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) has been known for as long as recorded... -
0Catfish is one of the most popular source of protein in Africa as one the oldest and most widespread... -
0Suya or tsire is a popular spicy meat skewer which is a popular food item in Nigeria and most... -
0Scent leaf also known as basil leaf is a herb that is widely used for its culinary and medicinal... -
0Okpa is a widely consumed food, it is known as Epa- Roro in Yoruba, Kwaruru or Gurjiya in Hausa.... -
0Every single day, Nigeria loses about 145 women of childbearing age, making her the second largest contributor to the maternal... -
0Akamu also known as ogi or pap is a fermented cereal pudding that is very popular in Nigeria, it... -
0On a particular Sunday, a woman who gave her name as Ms. Tian was shopping at a vegetable market... -
0Gala Sausage Roll is a highly nutritious, delicious and satisfying snack wheat based pastry. Gala Sausage roll now comes... -
0Power horse, Monster, Bullet and Climax energy drinks are popular energy drinks in Nigeria. Energy drinks origins date back... -
0Fearless Energy Drinks are non-alcoholic energy boosting beverages that provides you limitless benefits at work, at training or sport,... -
0Climax Energy drink is a popular herbal energy drink in Nigeria, It is an invigorating beverage with taurine and... -
0What is Lucozade? Lucozade is a soft drink originally created as "Glucozade" in the UK in 1927 by a Newcastle... -
0Coca-Cola, or Coke, is a carbonated soft drink manufactured by The Coca-Cola Company. Originally marketed as a temperance drink... -
0Milo is a chocolate and malt powder typically mixed with hot water or milk (or both) to produce a... -
0Golden melon is a species of melon that has been developed into many cultivated varieties, it is a sizeable,... -
0West African Milk Company Plc (WAMCO) produces Peak 123 in Nigeria. Many people in Nigeria know that Peak stands... -
0Apple cider vinegar, or cider vinegar, is a vinegar made from fermented apple juice, and used in salad dressings,... -
0Indomie is a brand of instant noodle produced by the Indonesian company Indofood. Indomie has been produced in Nigeria... -
0Hand wash is a liquid soap formulated to wash and clean hands. Liquid hand soap is the best-selling and... -
0Ahmad Tea is a tea company based in London, England. It sells a range of tea bags, specialty teas... -
0According to Harvard health, researchers have found a direct correlation between higher BMI and a higher risk for heart... -
0Tom Brown is a thick mixture of yellow corn, millet, guinea corn (cereals), groundnut (peanuts) and soy beans (legumes).... -
0Aside from a slight drop in weight that practically all newborns experience in their first five to seven days... -
0Soybeans are perhaps best known for their fantastic blend of protein and fiber. But soybeans are also an excellent... -
0Ham is pork from a leg cut that has been preserved by wet or dry curing, with or without... -
0Coca-Cola Zero is a diet cola produced by The Coca-Cola Company. In some countries, it is sold as Coca-Cola... -
0Groundnut water is obtained by steaming/ boiling groundnut in water for 15 - 30 minutes. Groundnut also known as... -
0Many foods we love to eat in Nigeria are unhealthy during pregnancy. Nigeria has a large variety of foods... -
0Sea moss gel is made from soaked sea moss blended with fresh spring or filtered water in a high-speed... -
0According to a new survey people who regularly take multivitamins self-reported 30% better overall health than people who don't... -
0There are many reasons why adults are underweight. Most adult are skinny genetically where they have higher metabolism rate... -
0A calorie is a unit that measures energy. Calories are usually used to measure the energy content of foods... -
0What is Plastic Rice? Artificial rice is a grain product made to resemble rice. It is usually made from broken... -
0What Is Cinnamon? Cinnamon is a spice, sprinkled on toast and lattes. But extracts from the bark as well as... -
0Saffron also known as kesar is a spice from the Crocus sativus flower, which is a cousin of the lily. The... -
0Honey is a by-product of flower nectar and the upper aero-digestive tract of the honey bee, which is concentrated... -
0Honey is a naturally sweet and golden liquid that tastes delicious on warm toast and works well in both... -
0What is garlic? Garlic is an herb also known as Ail, Ajo, Allii Sativi Bulbus, Allium, Allium sativum, Camphor... -
0Black carrot scientifically known as Daucus carota L, belong to the Apiaceae family of mostly aromatic flowering plants named... -
0According to the American Institute for Cancer Research no single food can protect you against cancer by itself. But... -
0Over-the-counter dietary supplements are big business more than 90,000 products generate about $30 billion every year in the United States.... -
0The Quaker Oats Company, known as Quaker, is an American food conglomerate based in Chicago. It has been owned... -
0Coffee grown worldwide can trace its heritage back centuries to the ancient coffee forests on the Ethiopian plateau. There,... -
0Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee is a special type of coffee grown in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica. The coffee... -
0According to the World Health Organization, brain Health is an emerging and growing concept that encompasses neural development, plasticity,... -
0African grandfather and grandson drinking milk What is Skimmed Milk? Skimmed milk, or skim milk, is made when all the milk... -
0To maintain a healthy pregnancy, approximately 300 extra calories are needed each day. These calories should come from a... -
0Guava scientifically known as Psidium guajava is a common tropical fruit cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions. It... -
0Maggi cube is a popular flavoring enhancer or bouillon, that can be found all over the world. Before Maggi... -
0Chamomile tea is a popular tea made from the daisy-like flowers of the German chamomile plant. It has a... -
0Just Mayo is an egg substitute mayonnaise-like produced by JUST, Inc, formerly known as Hampton Creek. Just Mayo was... -
0After your implant is placed, your teeth and jaw will be in a very delicate state. That’s why it’s... -
0Just Egg is a vegan, plant-based alternative to eggs made with turmeric and mung bean protein to create an... -
0A tea bag (or "teabag") is generally agreed to be a small, porous bag used to steep tea. These... -
0All over the world people are seriously affected every day by diseases that are caused by consuming unhygienic and... -
0Oha Leaf Oha leaves are the leaves from the evergreen tree in Africa. The plant that botanically known as Pterocarpus... -
0mango smoothies While weight watchers are constantly whining about difficulty in shedding a few kilos, it is important to also bear... -
0Nutrition is the study of nutrients in food, how the body uses them, and the relationship between diet, health,... -
0Arrested fake Peak Milk production syndicate Food crime is committed in various forms – ingredient substitution, use of illegal substances,... -
0Tiwa Savage performs onstage One thing that can mark out a bad singer is that their voice seems weak or... -
0Over 1 billion people lack access to safe water supplies, while 2.6 billion people lack adequate sanitation. Lack of... -
0Nigeria is so rich in water resources that many of its 36 states are named after rivers. In fact,... -
0Cereals are nutritionally important sources of dietary protein, iron, vitamin B complex, vitamin E, carbohydrates, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine, fiber... -
0Palm wine is an alcoholic beverage produced from the fermentation of sap of different palm species. Palm wine is... -
0A snail is a small mollusk with a spiral-shaped shell. Snails are famous for moving very slowly, and for... -
0Achi Achi seed is botanically called “Brachystegia Eurycoma”, It is commonly used in the eastern part of Nigeria by the... -
0The pharmaceutical industry in Malaysia is one of the major manufacturing sectors that contribute not only to the well-being... -
0Fohow Garlic Essence Oil Softgel Capsule is a supplement made from high-quality garlic, using advanced low-temperature critical extraction technology... -
0Epidemiological studies have linked whole grain intake to the prevention of the metabolic syndrome, obesity and associated chronic diseases.... -
0Oluji Pure Cocoa Powder is a 100% pure cocoa powder with no additives, it is produced in the cocoa... -
0A Fake Coca Cola Production Set Up Coca-Cola, or Coke, is a carbonated soft drink manufactured by The Coca-Cola Company.... -
0There are more than 30 types of vegetables that are grown in Nigeria, though some are in more demand... -
0In 1871 Thomas Lipton (1848–1931) of Glasgow, Scotland used his small savings to open his own shop, and by... -
0Currently, palm kernel is among the world's largest oilseeds, with estimated production of 18.59 million tons in 2017. Its... -
0Safe and readily available water is important for public health, whether it is used for drinking, domestic use, food... -
0An increasing number of women are finding big bum and hips fashionable and the media is appears to be... -
0The term “swallow” is widely used in Nigeria to describe starchy foods that are cooked to a dense paste... -
0Egusi also known as wild watermelon, Ibara, Egusi melon, Agushi and Agusi belongs to the family of watermelon. It... -
0Excess weight, especially obesity, diminishes almost every aspect of health, from reproductive and respiratory function to memory and mood.... -
0Cocoyam also known as Taro root, is a nutritious root vegetable that is eaten across the African continent. Growing... -
0Periwinkles scientifically known as (Littorina littorea) (Faocha), is a species of found on rocky coasts or sandy or muddy... -
0The cashew tree, Anacardium occidentale L, was first introduced to India in the 16th century by Portuguese explorers sailing... -
0According to the World Health Organization, and safety and UNICEF, MILK is one of the most important food for... -
0Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months has many benefits for the infant and mother. Chief among these is protection against... -
0The sweet potato or sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas) is a dicotyledonous plant that belongs to the bindweed or morning glory... -
0Jamun Honey is sourced from bees that feed and forage primarily on Indian blackberry commonly known as Jamun. It... -
0For centuries, tea has proven to be one of the healthiest drinks in the world. With the right ingredients... -
0Kuli-kuli refers to a West African snack that is primarily made from peanuts. First made by the Nupe Peopleof... -
0Ogi (or Akamu) is a fermented cereal pudding from Nigeria, typically made from maize, sorghum, or millet. Traditionally, the... -
0Seeds, leaves and seeds of moringa - Moringa oleifera Moringa is a plant that is native to areas of India,... -
0Eating well is one of the best things you can do during pregnancy. Good nutrition helps you handle the... -
0Finding a healthy food when you have certain health condition can be a challenge. Healthy eating can help you... -
0Zinc is an essential micronutrient that is crucial to almost every aspect of your health. It’s second only to... -
0Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar), which leads over... -
0Okra or Okro, Scientifically known as Abelmoschus esculentus, is known in many English-speaking countries as ladies' fingers or ochro.... -
0Each month during the years between puberty and menopause, a woman’s body goes through a number of changes to... -
0What are Pickles? Pickling is an ancient food preservation technique. People can make pickles from almost any food but, for... -
0For over days my legs had been itching at exactly the point it does when I take sulfur containing... -
0Sulphites are substances that are naturally found in some foods. They are used as an additive to maintain food... -
0When you’re pregnant, you have to make many changes, including what you eat and drink. It’s important to be... -
0Source: budgetbytes.com Black beans are not only delicious, but they are also so versatile that they can be cooked in... -
0What is Physical Contamination of Food? Physical contamination occurs when a food has been contaminated by a foreign object. It... -
0Food contamination is generally defined as foods that are spoiled or tainted because they either contain microorganisms, such as... -
0Dietary fibre or fiber is made up of the indigestible parts or compounds of food, which pass relatively unchanged... -
0Most Nigerian foods are high in calories which are linked to weight gain and obesity, but they are vital... -
0Nigeria is among the countries with high soft drink consumption, according to the National bureau of statistics (NBS) survey... -
0Stomach Ulcer Food changes can be important for treating and preventing stomach ulcers. It is important to avoid foods and... -
0Organic Cane Sugar is made from certified organic sugar cane. The organic label insures that the sugar cane was... -
0Hollandia Yoghurt is a tasty nourishing yoghurt drink produced by CHI Ltd a subsidiary of The Coca-cola Company. Hollandia... -
0Wagyu Beef is a type of Japanese beef derived from native Asian cattle. Wagyu were originally draft animals used... -
0Aptamil range of infant formula is suitable from birth onwards, and is suitable if you are combination feeding or... -
0Original Kirkland Signature Vitamin E is a gluten and preservatives free antioxidant and an essential nutrient for many cells,... -
0According to the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations, fish provided about 3.3 billion people with almost... -
0In recent times there have been an explosion of plant-based “seafood” items spilling onto store shelves, all passing themselves... -
0Bama mayonnaise brand is a unique mayonnaise with a rich heritage of a recipe developed in the United States... -
0The Atlantic bluefin tuna is a highly prized food fish and is fished heavily throughout its range. Whether it’s maki...