A lot of people who work away from home don’t plan ahead of time for their lunch. As a result of a lack of planning for lunch, they usually end up eating foods that deplete their energy and make them sluggish all afternoon. Foods such as fast and processed snacks, or heavy takeaways. Bringing a healthy lunch to work takes a little more time and effort, but the benefits are well worth it. Workplace meal prep is more nutritious, can help you better regulate your blood sugar, and can keep you focused and productive all afternoon. Preparing your lunch at…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
According to WHO, one in eight people has a mental disorder that’s why it’s so important to find other means of therapy. Depression is a medical condition that makes people feel hopeless, sad and anxious. There are many ways people try to curb depressive thoughts and feelings. There is talking therapy, where a person rehashes the issue with a licensed therapist or even some drugs like anti-depressants. An article published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine did 97 reviews, 1039 trials and had 128,119 participants delved into the best way to curb depression. The result of the research was…
Did you know that aligning your life with your menstrual cycle can improve your health, performance, and social life? What special powers does the menstrual cycle have? The concept of aligning your livelihood with your cycle has been explored and talked about by various health coaches. Notably, Alisa Vitti, a health coach teaches that the hormone changes that take place through the cycle come with different ‘super powers’ at certain points. The weekly change of hormones happens in four phases namely: Each phase has a set of requirements in terms of food and exercise and the best way to schedule…
Good food is very often, even most often, simple food.” The soul to our culture is tucked in between spices and the delicacy of the local kitchen. These Traditional cuisines, like many oral traditions, have been passed from one generation to another with food practices often memorised and hardly documented. The recipe of the people is a reflection of their history. The enormously populated Nigeria is extravagantly multicultural, and in this diversity lies a unique aspect-food! Let’s dive into the rare culinary of some Nigeria cultures; our lives could just be a combination of magic and good food. EkpalanaFrom the…
We spend a considerable part of our lives in the sitting room, so most people spend a significant amount of the house budget to make it as comfortable as possible. One would think a Nigerian sitting room is like any other sitting room around the world, but you will be wrong about that. A glimpse of old Nigerian Nollywood films will take you through a time travel of how Nigerians like to set up their sitting room with some peculiarities and how much they’ve evolved. Before popular TV sitting rooms, sitting rooms were usually formal and centred around the colossal…
Nigerian society has a social culture that involves wining and dining like other cultures. Drinks are vital aspects of these chit chat sessions. These drinks could be manufactured, or freshly brewed and sourced naturally from the environment. If you are not a keen drinker and would rather opt for more natural made drinks, here are several local brews and drinks to try when in Nigeria. 1. Zobo This red popping drink has stood the test of time in many Nigerian homes. Zobo is a healthy non-alcoholic drink made from hibiscus flowers of the roselle plant. From the flowers come the deep…
Jewelries can be classified as personal ornaments such as necklaces, rings or bracelets that are typically made from or contain jewels and precious metal. Gold is the ultimate luxe material that people all over the world wear for many different reasons. It’s the perfect accessory for any outfit, a way of showing off wealth or status, and also another way of showcasing love and affection. Whatever the occasion is, people certainly love receiving a beautiful item of jewellery and if you are looking to buy the best quality, it is essential to know how to find it. For the love…
Beaches add to the beauty and scenery of a country by providing a picturesque setting of white sand, crystal clear water, and lush palm trees. They are a popular destination for tourists looking to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy water activities such as swimming, snorkelling, and diving. Tarkwa Bay Beach: Located in Lagos, this beach offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere, with white sand and clear water. The best time to visit is during the dry season from November to March. Eleko Beach: Located in Lagos, this beach is known for its beautiful scenery, with clear water, white…
Have you ever seen black people with blond hair? Melanesians are the black island people in the south Pacific that migrated thousands of years ago. The original inhabitants of the group of islands now named Melanesia were likely the ancestors of the present-day Papuan people. They are a sub-region of Oceania, extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura sea and Eastward to Fiji. The region comprises the countries of Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Fiji and Papua New Guinea. The indigenous Melanesian populations are thus often classified into two main groups based on differences in language, like…
Indeed, the Lagos nightlife is an attraction of its own as the city comes alive after dark, wearing a new look. New York may be regarded as the city that never sleeps, but Lagos most certainly gives it a run for it’s money. Anyone who’s ever visited Lagos can attest to the city’s bursting drive and energy which sees people leave their homes as early as 5am and stay out till midnight, in search of a daily bread. So, if you ever need something late at night in Lagos and wonder where to get it, here are 5 streets in…
Food is consumed mostly for survival in Nigeria. Like other developing countries, little to no attention is paid to the nutrient constituents and the impact of food on health. In 2022, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group reported that 91 million Nigerians now live below the poverty line and the figures are increasing significantly. According to the UN, 9.2 million Nigerians constitute 6% of the global population with food consumption gaps and depleted livelihoods with Nigeria currently ranking 103 out of 116 countries assessed with a Global Hunger Index of 28.3% with at least 5% of the global burden of under-nutrition…
It is easy to just cook with herbs and spices and assume that their only function is to make your food fragrant. Well, did you know that they also have health benefits?Spices and herbs are gotten from plants which contain phytonutrients that have antioxidants. Antioxidants are known for their beneficial properties to the human body, as they have anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. Asides from oozing up your meal and making taste senses explode, having some herbs and spices regularly in your kitchen is like having a makeshift 24hr pharmacy running in your home. Here are 5 herbs and spices to have…