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In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information on fad diets and intense exercise regimes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start when it comes to improving our health. However, sometimes the simplest changes can make the biggest impact. Here are 5 easy daily habits that you can incorporate into your routine to improve your overall health and wellness, without the need for any fancy gadgets or expensive gym memberships : Start your day with a glass of warm water and lemon juice to kickstart your metabolism and aid digestion. Take a 10-minute walk outside during your lunch break to get some fresh air and sunlight, which can boost your mood and energy levels. Swap out sugary drinks for water or herbal tea, which can help to reduce inflammation and support your immune system. Practice mindful breathing for a few minutes each day to reduce stress and anxiety, which can have a negative impact on your physical health. Aim to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night to

Jija Bread Rolls (Nigerian Pull Apart Bread) Bread roll is also one of the popular breads in Nigeria. In Lagos state and some parts of Nigeria, the pull-apart rolls are known as'' Ji-ja bread'' . I remember the first time I saw this bread at my dad's bakery. As a kid I was fascinated by their pull apart shape and in no time, it replaced the usual Sandwich loaf , 'cos everyone just loved them. So if you've ever wondered how these lovelies are made, here's how to make the Nigerian pull-apart bread rolls ( Ji-ja bread), just as it is done in the bakeries, Continue reading »

Vanilla Cupcakes with frosting Yay! at last , the long awaited Vanilla cupcake recipe is here. This recipe is simple, easy and of course delicious. And to make it even better, the recipe is only for a small batch; just six cupcakes. So if you have been reluctant to try out any cake recipe for fear of not getting it right and wasting ingredients, this vanilla cupcake recipe is just right for beginners. Nothing complicated and no fuss at all. Continue reading »

Nigerian Rice and Beans (Plain) with grilled Chicken Rice and beans simply go hand in hand. You can either prepare them in form of jollof, as in this Jollof rice and beans recipe or plain as in this other recipe here . Or you can prepare the meals separately and combine them according to your preference(that is, if you prefer more rice and less beans or vice versa). T oday I'll show you how to prepare the perfect plain beans. For the steps to make perfect boiled white Rice , please click on this link to take you to a post with detailed explanations . For the perfect plain beans recipe You'll need: Continue reading »

You may have already come across the Nigerian Beans and corn Porridge(Adalu) recipe, here on the blog. The combination of beans and corn is a delicious way to eat your beans and get your fiber without sacrificing taste and flavor. Even though it is traditionally prepared with fresh corn, I'd say that I enjoy it better when prepared with the canned sweet corn . And for extra richness and nourishment, I serve it with some stir-fried greens. This meal combo was courtesy of my wonderful friend and dietician(Dr.Daisy), who has been helping a lot of people live a healthier and happier life. Continue reading »

Spinach-Sweet Corn and Beef Noodles Early this morning, while rummaging through my files , I realized that I had several of our favorite instant noodles recipes in drafts. I had planned to share this easy-peasy noodles recipe a year ago, but life just happened and I couldn't take a decent photo to go with it, but today, I'm glad to finally share our Spinach-Sweet Corn and Beef recipe it with you. Continue reading »

African Salad In my last post , I provided some ingredients and asked you to guess what the next recipe will be. One person was very close, and said ''Ukpaka sauce''( recipe coming soon ), but I got some correct answers too and for those who got it right... here's a cute thumb up for you. Continue reading »