Gaining weight in a healthy way does not have to mean spending a fortune on food or buying expensive weight-gain supplements. In Nigeria, many everyday foods can help you increase your food intake, meet your nutritional needs, and can make you gradually gain weight when combined in the right way.The challenge is knowing what to…
Eating healthy in Nigeria can sometimes feel expensive, especially when many people associate nutritious food with imported products, expensive supplements, and specialty health foods. From oats and Greek yoghurt to avocados and olive oil, the cost of maintaining a healthy diet can make it seem like eating well is a luxury rather than an everyday…
Losing weight does not mean you have to stop eating the foods you grew up with.Rice, beans, yam, plantain, pap, vegetables, fish and other Nigerian foods can all be part of a healthy weight-loss diet. What often matters more is how much you eat, how the food is prepared, what you eat with it, and…
Looking for an easy smoothie made with ingredients you can find in Nigeria? This peanut butter and banana smoothie is creamy, filling and simple to prepare. It combines ripe bananas, groundnut paste or peanut butter, milk and oats into a convenient drink that can work well for breakfast or as a snack. It is also…
Medical Disclaimer: The information on EatSmartNaija is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Read our full Medical Disclaimer page here. There is something refreshing about a cold bottle of zobo on a hot Nigerian afternoon. It is one of those drinks I never find difficult to recognise—the deep red colour,…
Disclaimer: The information on EatSmartNaija is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have an underlying health condition or unexplained weight loss, speak with a qualified healthcare professional. Gaining weight is not simply about eating as much food as possible. Healthy weight gain…