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Dr. Seyibaba Evaluating the Potency of Curcumin for Mozambique Seasonings
Curcumin is the bioactive compound found in turmeric.
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Herbs and Health; Medicinal and Nutritional Value of the Golden shower tree (Aidan Toro)
Known officially as cassia fistula, the golden shower tree is an important medicinal plant tree commonly used in traditional south Asian and African medical systems. The leaves, flowers, and pods are used to treat various illnesses like dysentery, diabetes, malaria, and blood poisoning. The roots and bark possess anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and laxative properties which…
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Fruits and Vegetables; the Medicinal and Nutritional value of Pumpkin Leaf (Eweroko)
Fruits and vegetables: the medicinal and nutritional value of pumpkin leaves. (Eweroko ). Pumpkin leaves, most commonly referred to by its igbo name “ugu”, naturally comes packed with a generous amount of calcium, iron, potassium, vitamin a, b2, c and e. A regular consumption of a soup or salad bowl of this edible leafy vegetable…
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Fruits and vegetables: the medicinal and nutritional value of jute leaves. (Ewedu)
This green leaf vegetable is important for overall effective body function on the basis of its numerous health benefits. Jute leaves contains a daily balance of omega-3, calcium, iron, and magnesium sufficient for the development and maintenance of healthy bones, brain and teeth. In some folk culture, raw and juiced jute leaves is used as…
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Fruit and vegetables: Medicinal and Culinary value of Bitter leaf (Ewuro)
This perennial crop otherwise known as bitter leaf in many African countries has great medicinal and nutritional values. While the leaf can be eaten as food, the phytochemicals found in Ewuro is said to inhibit, reverse or retard diseases caused by oxidative and inflammatory processes. Extracts of this plant has been used in traditional African…
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Food and Wellness: Eat Your Way to Weight Loss-Talapia (Epiya)
Tilapia, also known as Epiya by the Yoruba people of Nigeria, is a low-calorie, low-fat, and protein-rich fish. It contains many nutrients, including vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, and omega-3 fatty acids, which support metabolism, improve heart health, and strengthen the immune system. Protein in tilapia helps you feel full for longer periods, reducing hunger and…
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Fruits and Vegetables: The Medicinal and Nutritional Value of Broccoli
Broccoli is a highly nutritious cruciferous vegetable widely consumed in many parts of the world, including Nigeria and West Africa. This vegetable is known for its remarkable medicinal and nutritional benefits. Broccoli is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, and it contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, C, K, and B-complex vitamins…
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