Have you ever experienced mid-morning tiredness after consuming a bowl of white rice or sweetened cereals even though we learnt growing up that glucose is the main source of energy for us? Have you also tried savory meals in the morning to compare how you feel when you consume high carbohydrate/low nutrient foods? This might […]
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You might wonder if planning and cooking your meals play any significant role in your health and wellbeing. And I can confidently tell you that it has tremendous effects on your physical and mental wellbeing. I won’t deny the fact that some house chores come easy with some people but very difficult with others. However,
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Have you ever been told to slow down while eating? It turns out that this age-old advice might have more scientific merits than we previously thought, especially when it comes to managing our blood sugar levels. Eating Speed and Glucose Spikes There is a fascinating connection between how quickly we eat and our body’s glucose
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Fermented alcoholic beverages have a long history in Nigeria, with various tribes having their unique brews. These beverages are often consumed during social and cultural events. This post will explore some of the most popular traditional fermented alcoholic drinks in Nigeria, including palm wine, burukutu, and pito. Palm Wine Palm wine is a traditional alcoholic
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Fermented leguminous seeds are integral to Nigerian cuisine, especially among the Yoruba and Igbo tribes. They are mainly used as condiments in many Nigerian foods. These condiments are not only rich in protein but also have enhanced flavors and improved digestibility due to fermentation. Popular Nigerian fermented leguminous seeds include ogiri, iru/dawadawa, okpei, and ugba/ukpaka.
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Fermented dairy products are a staple in many Nigerian communities, particularly among the Fulani and Hausa tribes. These products are derived from milk and undergo fermentation processes that enhance their flavor, texture, and nutritional value. Common fermented dairy products in Nigeria include nunu and wara. Nunu (Local Yoghurt) Nunu is a traditional fermented milk drink
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Fermented foods have been a cornerstone of Nigerian cuisine for centuries, offering not only unique flavors but also numerous health benefits. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most popular Nigerian fermented foods from cassava tuber, delving into their nutritional and health benefits, preparation methods, and the rich cultural heritage they represent. Cassava
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Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the world, and she’s known for her delicious and wide variety of cuisines spread across the different ethnic groups and tribes in the country. These cuisines include a wide range of fermented foods rich in probiotics (live microorganisms), with some being peculiar to certain regions of the
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Apart from the five-easy-to-prepare fermented foods, there are others which are not so easy to prepare but are common and rich in live organisms called probiotics. The live microbes in these fermented foods are beneficial for your health, particularly your digestive system. They are often called “good” or “friendly” microorganisms because they help keep your
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Let’s explore five fermented foods that are quite easy to prepare at home with simple ingredients. However, I need to remind you that fermented foods are probiotics-rich foods with numerous benefits, especially health. Fermented foods have been in existence for hundreds and thousands of years among different cultures. Each of the probiotic-rich foods has a
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