Do you remember when your mom told you to eat your vegetables so you can grow big and strong? Well, she wasn’t just saying it to annoy you. Adequate nutrition is crucial for growth and development, especially for children. And in Africa, where malnutrition is still a major problem, it’s important to understand why every child needs proper nutrition.
The dilemma of nutrition in…
Do you know that feeling when you just need to devour that bowl of Egusi soup and pounded yam at the end of the day? Or when you crave some jollof rice and chicken after a long workday? Yes, we Nigerians love our food, and we make no apologies for it. However, we often forget the importance of a balanced diet in keeping us healthy and strong.
So, why is a balanced diet essential?
For…
Are you a father in Nigeria with teenagers at home? Have you ever wondered what you can do to ensure that your child is getting the nutrition they need for optimal health? Well, wonder no more because here we have all you need to know!
Firstly, let’s talk about the basics. Teenagers require a balanced diet consisting of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals to meet…
Isn’t it amazing how we can be chilling and watching the latest match when suddenly we get hit with an intense craving for some delicious, spicy suya? Or it could even be that big slice of that yummy chocolate cake mama used to make.
But have you ever thought about what causes these cravings, and how do we cope with them without sabotaging our fitness goals? Stick around, and we…
Headaches are a common occurrence that makes you feel restless, uncomfortable, stressed, and tired. The situation becomes worse when it is a migraine. Headaches and migraines are often characterized by a throbbing and banging pain in the head region.
Different factors bring about headaches and migraines such as stress, exposure to bright lights, loud noise, and strong smells such as harsh…
We are constantly overwhelmed with information about foods that are good for us, all-natural, free of artificial additives or preservatives, low in fat or cholesterol, sugar-free, vitamin-fortified, and 100% of the vitamins you need each day. Are these meals as healthy as their marketing would have us believe?
Let’s examine the data. Our diet contains more than 3000 distinct substances.
Nutrition is all about the type of food you eat with the sole aim to provide nutrients that will enhance your growth and overall well-being. Nutrition has a crucial role to play in your health outcomes; as bad or reckless nutrition births poor health outcomes, while good and healthy nutrition births optimum health. The case is not different when cancer comes into the picture, as nutrition has a…
The Keto diet is now a trend and buzz amongst people today, especially people looking to lose some fat, cut down on harmful calories, look fit and maintain a healthy life- everyone wants to be at their best! Before you progress, you should know what the keto diet is, especially if you are learning about it for the first time.
The Keto diet Is a type of diet low in carbs but high in fat and…
Diarrhoea is a bowel movement that has a loose texture or is more liquid than solid. It is a common problem that may affect people a couple of times. Diarrhoea usually resolves within a week or less.
You might think eating will make your diarrhoea worse, but your food choices can help to ease the symptoms and ensure your health doesn’t worsen as a result.
When on a diet, eating certain…
Are you having thoughts or conversations about losing some weight or dieting? There are chances you will most likely be told about the ketogenic or keto diet. The ketogenic (keto) is simply a low-carb, high-fat diet that offers many health benefits to your body system.
To lose weight and improve your health, you should try the keto diet. It is one of the most popular ways for people trying to…