Author: Ayomide

Prior to the advent of the internet where most Nigerians get to seek and find information, we didn’t know that fiber foods in Nigeria was abundant. We had no idea that the foods we eat, and they help us in emptying our colon easily are rich in fiber. Fiber foods in Nigeria have been in existence for a very long time and their benefits have been enjoyed by the elder ones. Newly adopted food choices also contain fiber but they are not as beneficial as the local fiber foods we have in Nigeria. In this article, we will discuss about…

You must have heard of the statement that there is almost no good Nigerian food for ulcer patients. Well, that is a lie from the pit of hell. Being an ulcer [patient doesn’t mean you cannot enjoy most Nigerian foods; it only requires that you be watchful of what you eat and be sure to know what goes into cooking them. Food choices like Vegetables and fruits that are colourful, corn pudding, okra, fish, egg, honey, yoghurt, are all examples of Nigerian foods for ulcer patients because they do not irritate the lining of the small intestine, instead, they fight…

There are numerous Nigerian foods with high calories, and we are proud to call them ours. The average Nigerian food is starchy and contains a high amount of glucose, this is why the occurrence of weigh gain, obesity, and even diabetes is rampant among the aged and more recently, the youths. Is it really a bad thing that we consume so much carbohydrates? Not really. However, it is a bad thing that we do not combine these Nigerian foods with high calories with foods that have low calories when we eat them. Some foods high in calories include banana. Combining…

One of the most searched sexual questions is “How to Last Longer in Bed”. It shouldn’t come as a surprise to you because if you’re reading this right now, you are probably one of the men, if not all men, that needs advice on what to do to be a champion sexually. Today, there are numerous products that are available both online and over the counter that claim to boost men’s sexual prowess by helping them last longer in bed. The efficacy of such products has been said to be great by some men only for them to return to…

Ehuru seeds, gotten from Ehuru also called Calabash nutmeg is indigenous to Africa and it goes by many names; ehiri, ariwo, Jamaican nutmeg, African nutmeg (Monodora Myristica), airama, to mention a few. Its seed is commonly used as part of a culinary requirement (as a substitute for the nutmeg) but less commonly, its plant is used as an ornamental plant in Indonesia. Ehuru, Monodora myristica, is an extremely useful plant as a whole. Its seeds are used as spices in West African dishes due to the taste and odour it shares with nutmeg. They are used in soups, stews, cakes…

Waterleaf, Talinum triangulare, is abundant in nutrients such as Vitamins A and C, it also contains minerals such as Iron, Calcium, and Phosphorus. Other nutrients such as Niacin, Thiamine, and Riboflavin are also abundant in waterleaf. Due to the abundance of these nutrients, this succulent vegetable provides an array of health benefits. What is waterleaf? Waterleaf, popularly called Gbure among the Yorubas, Ebe-dondon among the Edos, and Mgbolodi among the Igbos. It is a fleshy vegetable that is known for its culinary value and water abundance. It is a vegetable that is easy to come by and has been a…

African Pear, Dacryodes edulis, is an evergreen tree that grows in the humid and sub-humid regions o f the tropics.  It is grown in countries like Angola, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and Malaysia for the many uses that can be derived from its leaves, trunk, and fruit. The tree grows to a height of up to 40 meters in the wild but when cultivated, it does not exceed 12 meters. The health benefits of African Pear are gotten majorly from its fruit and seeds. The fruit is high in vitamins, minerals, and oil. These nutrients are beneficial to cellular processes…

Landing one of the highest paying jobs in Nigeria is no small feat. It requires an extensive level of experience, high academic qualification (in some cases), and high professional qualification. The average Nigerian seem to be employed in organizations where they get little pay compared to the lesser percentage in the labour force that gets bumper pay. The highest paying jobs span across different industries and sectors of the economy. Some require more consistent inter-personal relationship than others and will therefore require an academic qualification that caters to that need. Others require high technological know-how and consequently experience in the…

Deciding on which of the numerous courses can be regarded as the best science courses. Indecision as to what science course to study is a common dilemma for science students in Nigeria. Generally, it is advisable that candidates who wish to pursue a career that is rooted in the sciences to play to their strength. The best Science courses are arguable as it is a norm for different people to hold different courses in high esteem as a result of their love for these courses. However, this list is made devoid of emotion on the part of the writer. It…

Ideally, a pharmacy in Nigeria should be headed by a pharmacist. This is now becoming the case as big pharmacy stores have begun to pop up in strategic places every where you look. Before now, we used to purchase medications in stores we call “chemists” attended by personnel that have little or no formal education in drug dispensation. Pharmacy in Nigeria has now begun to gain popularity and it is common practice for Nigerians who go to purchase prescribed medications to ask of the pharmacist-on-ground’s opinion concerning the use of the drugs they wish to buy. To become a Pharmacist,…

While growing up, most of us never heard of a school of nursing until recently. This is so because there have been numerous legal tussles between the nursing profession’s governing body and the government officials that are supposed to solidify the professionalism of nursing in the country. This tussle has made it almost impossible to see the prestige that lies in the nursing profession. However, it should be noted that nurses are the primary care givers and care providers to not just patients but patients; family members as well. They cater to their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs, all…

Few years back in Nigeria, the idea of going to a higher institution to study veterinary medicine seemed like a dream that belonged to people who have no idea what to do with their lives. If you were not going to study medicine and surgery, law, or even any engineering course, you were not deemed to be well read. However, the importance of veterinary medics is now seen as people venture into animal husbandry and need their animals to be well taken care of. Veterinary medicine is a branch of mainstream medicine that focuses on animals; both in the wild…

Cashew nuts are a product of the Cashew tree, Anacardium occidentale. The nuts are commonly consumed, either whole or as part of meals, in different parts of the world. In Nigeria, it is usually roasted. The whole nut is heated for about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the level of heat, to harden the edible part and remove as much anacardic acid from the shell as possible. When the shell has been removed, the edible part can either be eaten alone like other nuts or eaten alongside garri. In other parts of the world, the nut is an excellent…

Art courses are for those who are the embodiment of creativity. The word “Art” in this sense doesn’t apply only to creating only physically aesthetic objects of value, it also involves the creative and intelligent use of words, gestures and signs. To study art courses at the tertiary level in Nigeria, you must have passed through arts department in your secondary school. This gives you the required experience with the core subjects you will have to build on when you eventually get an art-related course in the university or polytechnic. This article will open your eyes and mind to not…

Do you have a dream to study medicine and become a medical doctor? It might interest you to know that your dream is achievable here in Nigeria with a lesser cost and in a familiar environment. Education in Nigeria may not be as advanced as in other parts of the advanced world but medical schools hold their own when it comes to imparting medical knowledge. It is therefore no surprise that medical personnel who had their background education in Nigeria excel when they get to these advanced countries. Medical School, an institution where you study medicine, is either a part…