Guava – The Health and Nutritional Benefits

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As we know, Guava is a tropical fruit rich in nutrient and characterised by its unique flavour and taste. In its ripened state it has a sweet musky aroma, creamy texture and a sweet-tart taste. The fruit is consumed fresh or processed into various products like jam, jelly, pasta and juices. Guavas are rich in […]

Vitamin P: Immunity Support in the Fight against COVID-19

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Just to be clear, according to The Association of UK Dietitians, you cannot “boost” your immune system through diet, and no specific food or supplement can/will prevent you from catching COVID-19/Coronavirus. Good hygiene practice remains the best means of avoiding infection. Also, there is currently no evidence to suggest that the COVID-19 virus is transmitted […]

Corn: The Studies, Myths, Facts and Tips. Enjoy!

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Whole-grain corn is as healthy as any cereal grain, rich in fibre and many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is typically yellow but comes in a variety of other colours, such as red, orange, purple, blue, white, and black. Today, numerous varieties are cultivated, but the most common are flint, dent, sweet, and popcorn. Corn […]

Go Nuts for The Health Benefits?

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If one eats just 30g of nuts a day, which is around a handful, you can meet your daily nutrient needs and maintain your health. In fact, science shows eating a handful of these superfoods five or more times a week can lower your risk of heart disease by 30-50%, reduce your risk of type […]

Vitamin C: Gimme! gimme!! gimme!!!

Vitamin C is arguably the most popularly consumed vitamin – if not in the whole world, I’m very sure of in Nigeria. Well, it will interest you to know the following: Vitamin C is also called ascorbic acid, which is the form found in most foods. It is a water-soluble vitamin and cannot be stored in the […]