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Beyond the Chart: Rethinking the Classes of Food in Daily Life

Introduction We’ve all seen the food chart — a neat breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water. It’s the kind of diagram you memorized in school, maybe even labeled in...

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Food Health: Why It’s More Than What’s on Your Plate

When Nigerians hear the phrase “food health,” many picture weight-loss diets, green salads, or simply cutting back on carbs. But the idea goes much deeper. Food health isn’t just about eating less or...

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Moringa: From the Himalayas to Our Homes — Africa’s Everyday Superplant

Walk into a pharmacy, a wellness shop, or even a local food store in Nigeria today, and chances are you’ll spot something made with moringa. Capsules, powders, tea bags, and oils line the...

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The Future of Instant Noodles

Is Nigeria’s instant noodle craze losing its flavour? For years, noodles have been a go-to meal across many Nigerian homes. Quick, easy, and budget-friendly, they’ve become a staple, especially among students and busy...

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Traditional Beliefs Around Food: What We Were Told, What We Still Believe

INTRODUCTION Food in Nigeria has always been more than just what’s on the plate. It’s culture, memory, discipline, respect. And if you grew up hearing things like “Don’t whistle while cooking” or “Leave...

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Beyond the Plate: How Vast the Food Industry Really Is (Because yes, the food industry is bigger than you think.)

INTRODUCTION When people hear the phrase “food industry”, the first things that often come to mind are cooking, eating, and maybe farming. Some might picture a chef plating up a fancy dish, or...

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Who Owns the Recipe? Exploring the fine line between innovation, identity, and credit in food culture

INTRODUCTION These days, your next food obsession could come from anywhere. A 10-second video. A remix of a dish you thought you knew. A meal served in a way that makes you pause...

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How Nigerian Families Are Adjusting Meal Plans to Survive Rising Food Costs

Nigeria’s soaring food prices have pushed many families into a corner, forcing them to rethink how they shop, cook, and eat. As inflation bites deeper, even middle-income homes are finding it hard to...

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The Boom of Food Content Creators: How Social Media is Changing What Nigerians Eat

Introduction A quiet revolution is simmering in Nigerian kitchens—and it’s coming straight from our phones. Across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, a new generation of Nigerian food content creators is changing the way we...

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The Rising Cost of Pepper: What It Means for Food Security and Nutrition

Introduction Pepper is a small but mighty ingredient in Nigerian kitchens—one that has become painfully expensive in recent times. Known for adding heat, colour, and flavour to countless meals, pepper is now burning...