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Plantains are common cooking ingredient or side dish in Nigeria and is well known as dodo. Nutritionally, plantains and bananas might seem very similar as well.

We all know how cabbage can enhance the flavours of any dish it is added to, but did you know that it has several medicinal properties as well?

There are many infections that go around whether they are bacterial or viral (or fungal), the first thing they do is go right to the doctor, as they should.

Fried foods are an important part of home and restaurant dishes around the globe. Although the act of frying foods has been since ancient times, in recent times most fried foods are mostly found in the street as street food and restaurant as fast food.

SCIENTIFIC NAME : Jatropha tajorensis FAMILY : Euphorbiaceae COMMON NAMES :Catholic vegetable, Iyana-Ipaja (Yoruba), Ugu-Oyibo (Igbo), “hospital too far” (Pidgin English) PART(S ) USED : Leaves

You will be astounded to realize that dates have been a piece of the human eating routine since 7000BC. It is a most loved tidbit and pastry decision, particularly in the center east. This adoration for dates probably won’t be detached to the numerous supplements dates pack and the sound advantages accumulation.

Staphylococcus Aureus is popularly known as Staph. Staph is a sexual transmitted disease (STD).

Lime is a very useful hybrid citrus fruit that has a lot of benefits. The natural acidic content of lime is very effective for the body and prevents a lot of health problems.

Highly valued in the world of culinary successes, garlic has some sides to it that is just amazing.

Watermelon seeds are a rich source of nutrients and minerals and therefore, should not be discarded. These seeds have a hard outer covering so they should be chewed before swallowing to get their nutritional content.

Palm kernel oil is extracted from the palm fruit. This oil is dark black in color and possesses a peculiar strong taste. It is prominently used in the most parts of Southern Nigeria.

1. Unbelievable Source of Antioxidant-Powered Vitamin C & E One reason kiwifruit is undeniably the superfood is as it is the high-antioxidant food that combats free radical damage.

Orange is known to have several health benefits and is among the most popular fruits around the world.Nowadays orange juice is an integral part of a healthy breakfast thus promoting a healthy start to the day.

Water is not only life giving, but life saving. The importance of water to our health and its role in disease processes has rarely been considered. As we accept new ideas of natural healing and

Epsom salt is also known as magnesium sulfate. It's a chemical compound made up of magnesium, sulfur, and oxygen. It gets its name from the town of Epsom in Surrey, England, where it was originally discovered Epsom salt is different from traditional salt . It’s composed of tiny, colorless crystals that look like table salt, but it’s actually

The keys to younger looking skin can be found all around us, and they’re edible. Mother nature has some impressive creations that can aid your beauty routine. Introducing the anti-aging fruits. These super fruits are jam-packed with

Gorontula is another name of Azanza garckeana which is an important plant in Africa. It is known as plant that is useful for food and herbal medicine. This fruit is mainly famous for curing sexual problems, especially for women that experience low level of libido.

Coconutoil is a multipurpose oil wihich has endless benefits ranging from skin, health and culinary purposes.

If you’ve hit a slump in the bedroom, it may be time to take a closer look at your diet. These natural foods  are packed with

The carrot is a root vegetable with an orange color, indigenous to Europe and Southwestern Asia. Although the stem and leaves of this vegetable are edible the taproot is the most commonly eaten part.

 Turmeric is an essential spice all over the world with a distinguished human use particularly among the Eastern people . 

In Nigeria melon seeds are used for soups and stews but what we don't know is that it has other purposes which are beneficial to our health, here are some other things you don't  know about melon seed (egusi)

Palm oil is one of the most widely used cooking oil. It has a good taste, flavor, and color when used to make a delicacy. It has a lot of other uses such as for making soap, lubricants, cosmetics, toothpaste, and waxes. The health benefits of palm oil Brain health benefits This oil contains a good amount of tocotrienols and antioxidants which play a key role in proper brain function and development. Improves eye vision Palm oil contains nutrients that are beneficial to the eyes. It is rich in vitamin A which helps to prevent ocular degeneration and night blindness. Reduces oxidative stress The antioxidants present in palm oil helps to fight against free radicals responsible for oxidative stress and cell damage Hair and skincare Research has shown that the nutrient tocotrienol found in oil is capable of increasing the number of hairs in humans by about 34 percent. Vitamin E presents in this oil helps to improve your skin health. It makes your skin soft and fresh that is ...

Many people use Jute leaf (Ewedu) but little do they  know about its health benefits. It can be cooked in diverse ways; for soup or as smoothie.

Skin bleaching is the cosmetic application of topical ointments, gels, soaps and household chemicals to de-pigment or lighten (bleach) the skin complexion.

Papaya is one the best fruit for incorporating in your skin care regime because it has an enzyme called papain that is responsible for skin

Bananas are extremely healthy and delicious They contain several essential nutrients and provide benefits for digestion, heart health and weight loss.

Mangoes are sweet fruits that have a lot of  health benefits. They are highly popular around the world. Health benefits of mangoes: Helps in digestion :Mango is rich in fibre and water content, therefore, it may help you in preventing constipation while promoting regularity in digestive tract and keeping it healthy as well. Lowers Cholesterol :Mango is rich in fibre, pectin and vitamin C, which helps in lowering serum cholesterol levels, specifically Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) also know as bad cholesterol for the body. Asthma prevention :Studies have shown that people who consume antioxidants and beta-carotene have less probability of developing asthma. Mango contains plenty of beta-carotene Bone health: Vitamin K present in mango help mproves calcium absorption and promotes optimal bone health. Eye health :Mangoes are rich in beta-carotene that helps in the production of vitamin k to improve vision. Boosts immune system: Generous levels of vitamin C and vitamin ...

Black pepper is one of the most commonly used spices worldwide. It has a sharp and mildly spicy flavor that goes well with many dishes. But black pepper is more than just a kitchen staple.

Nutmeg is a spice that give aromatic flavor to food. Due to its medicinal properties, it is also used  for the treatment of asthma, rheumatism, muscle spasm, atherosclerosis, decreased appetite, diarrhea, paralysis etc. Intresting fact about nutmeg  is that It is also known as potent aphrodisiac due to it’s nervous stimulating properties which enhances libido, improves penile erection, increases ejaculation latency/time, and intensifies sexual activity in sustained manner. Enhances Libido Nutmeg is known to have nervous stimulating property due to the presence of sterols, phenols, alkaloids and amino acids in the extract. These extract has been found to possess strong libido enhancing effects.  Studies have attributed its aphrodisiac activity to its nervous stimulant action. Elongate Ejaculation   Nutmeg extract has been found to elongate ejaculation time with greater control over ejaculation itself and led to increased intromission frequency i.e. numbe...

 Apple are delicious, nutritious and a handful may even help keep the doctor away and here is why.

Photo/Jessica Gavin Honey is a natural sweet, viscous substance produced by honeybees. It is eaten as food, used as common sweetener and has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes.

Okra is a vegetable filled with vitamins and Minerals, in Nigeria okra is used particularly for soups.

Carbonated soft drinks, especially Cola soft drinks shows a high consumption trend around the world, regardless of age, race, religion and culture. Sweeteners and chemical preservatives are some of the leading food additives to be added in soft drinks.

Clove is a medicinally powerful herb with a solid traditional heritage and history. Clove has physical, mental and emotional health benefits.

Bitter leaf is a highly appreciated vegetable. Apart from using it for cooking, bitter leaf is rarely used for any other thing because

What you eat directly affects your skin or complexion in so many ways – inflammation, acne and rapid skin ageing. However, if you looking for ways to improve the quality of your skin, it’s possible.

We all grew up seeing these fruits around the corner of the street, but did you know their English names?

Ginger contains more than 400 chemical compounds, but researchers believe the gingerol compounds are the ones responsible for the root’s health benefits.

Health, even at it’s very best, can be kind of messy and gross. That’s why it’s so important to have these frank conversations from time to time. Flatulence. Farting. Passing gas. No matter how you put it, it doesn’t get any prettier, but it can have a dramatic influence on your health. First and foremost, passing gas is a totally natural bodily function. Today we are going to see seven reason why farting is good for the body. 1: It Reduces Bloating If you’re feeling bloated after a big meal, unreleased gas may be one of the culprits at work. For most people, bloating is a feeling of bodily swelling and temporary weight gain that isn’t dangerous, but might make those new jeans fit a little tighter. Some of it is caused by water retention, where your cells hang onto extra water for one reason or another, but that feeling of fullness and discomfort in your belly? That’s gas, waiting to escape. Letting it fly will instantly reduce your bloating and discomfort . 2...

Today we are going to look at ways we can lighten those dark spot underneath the arm and thigh.

The coronavirus is an infectious disease, everyone is afraid and  nobody wants to get infected especially when you are living with your family, what make things worse is that people are afraid of going to the hospital

Chili peppers (Capsicum annuum) are the fruits of Capsicum pepper plants, notable for their hot flavor. Capsaicin is the main bioactive plant compound in chili peppers, responsible for their unique, pungent taste and many of their health benefits. FIGHT INFLAMMATION Chili peppers contain a substance called capsaicin.  Capsaicin is a potent inhibitor of substance P, a neuropeptide associated with inflammatory processes. Capsaicin is being studied as an effective treatment for sensory nerve fiber disorders, including pain associated with arthritis, psoriasis, and diabetic neuropathy. NATURAL PAIN RELIEF Topical capsaicin is now a recognized treatment option for osteoarthritis pain. The side effect reported with topical capsaicin cream is a burning sensation at the area of application. CARDIOVASCULAR BENEFITS Red chili peppers, such as cayenne, have been shown to reduce blood cholesterol, triglyceride levels, and platelet aggregation, while increasing the body’s ability...

Garcinia kola, popularly known as Bitter Kola, is a tropical flowering plant found in western and central Africa and it produces brown, nut-like seeds.

Avocado is an energetic fruit with high nutritional value and is considered a major tropical fruit, since it is rich in protein and contains fat-soluble vitamins lacking in other fruits,

Coconut palm is a multipurpose tree providing food, nutrition, shelter for millions of people living in the tropical region of the world. Coconut kernel is use for processing of traditional products like copra, coconut oil and desiccated coconut.

Cassava is a root vegetable. It is the underground part of the cassava shrub, which has the Latin name Manihot esculenta.

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) is a member of the cucurbitaceae and is an important vegetable crop  Cucumbers are long, cylindrical green fruits that contain about 95% water and are for this reason often recommended as natural diuretics and helpful for body building.

Meat is the most valuable livestock product and for many people, serves as  their first choice source of animal protein which have led  to the high Consumption  of red meat especially in developing 

Moringa oleifera is a highly valued  plant which belong to the moringaceae family, it is widely known by many other names such as Horseradish tree and ben oil tree.