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Low on Protein? Cassava Leaves Are Feeding Families and Strengthening Bodies — Without the Price Tag

by Kudzai Musengi

Low on Protein? Cassava Leaves Are Feeding Families and Strengthening Bodies — Without the Price Tag

  When most people hear “cassava,” they think of the starchy root used to make fufu, tapioca, or cassava flour. But in many African homes, the tru...
Posted in Calcium, Cassava, Iron, Protein, Vitamin A

This Tiny Black Fruit Is Iron-Rich, Soothes Sore Throats, and You’re Probably Not Eating It

by Kudzai Musengi

This Tiny Black Fruit Is Iron-Rich, Soothes Sore Throats, and You’re Probably Not Eating It

  There’s a tiny black fruit that’s been sold  across African markets for generations. It is velvet tamarind — known locally in Nigeria as icheku...
Posted in Iron, Velvet Tamarind, Vitamin C

This Wild Fruit Is A Clever Way Traditional Communities Boost Nutrition With Their First Meal Of The Day — No Supplements Needed

by Kudzai Musengi

This Wild Fruit Is A Clever Way Traditional Communities Boost Nutrition With Their First Meal Of The Day — No Supplements Needed

  Let me just say this upfront — I do not love the name “monkey orange.” Yes, I know it’s the commonly used English name. I understand it probably...
Posted in Bone Strength, Calcium, Iron, Monkey Orange, Phosphorus, Vitamin C

6 Health Benefits of Chicken Livers: The Superfood You’re Missing

by Kudzai Musengi

6 Health Benefits of Chicken Livers: The Superfood You’re Missing

Learn 6 potential health benefits of chicken livers, their origin, their popularity in African cuisine, and why you should add them to your diet.

Posted in African Recipes, Hair, Immunity, Iron, Muscle Growth, Skin

Kale vs. Spinach: The Leafy Green Rivals

by Kudzai Musengi

Kale vs. Spinach: The Leafy Green Rivals

Explore the ultimate comparison of kale vs. spinach! It’s a breakdown of their nutritional value, taste, texture, and health benefits to help you choose the best leafy green for your diet.

Posted in Antioxidants, Dietary Fiber, Digestion, Folate, Iron, Kale, Magnesium, Minerals, Potassium, Spinach, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K

Is Ostrich Meat Healthy? 7 Nutritional Benefits For Health-Conscious Eaters

by Kudzai Musengi

Is Ostrich Meat Healthy? 7 Nutritional Benefits For Health-Conscious Eaters

If you are looking for a healthy and tasty alternative to traditional red meats then ostrich meat might be your answer. This wonderful healthy red ...
Posted in Cholesterol, Digestion, Fats, Hormones, Iron, Nutrients, Protein

New To Organ Meat? Here's 10 Health Benefits Of Chicken Hearts

by Kudzai Musengi

New To Organ Meat? Here's 10 Health Benefits Of Chicken Hearts

I'm excited to introduce you to the wonderful world of organ meats, specifically chicken hearts, a traditional African delicacy. I have to admit, p...
Posted in Brain Health, Energy, Heart Health, Immunity, Iron, Metabolism, Muscle Growth, Protein, Selenium, Taurine, Vitamin B, Weight Loss, Zinc

12 Remarkable Health Benefits Of Camel Milk

by Kudzai Musengi

12 Remarkable Health Benefits Of Camel Milk

The most interaction I've ever had with a camel was having a camel ride when we went to the Rand Easter show in Johannesburg South Africa. Johannes...
Posted in Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antioxidants, Autoimmune Diseases, Brain Health, Calcium, Diabetes, Digestion, Functional Food, Immunity, Iron, Lactose Intolerance, Magnesium, Mental Health, Potassium, Protein, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Zinc

18 Health Benefits Of Gizzard - Why They Are So Good For You

by Kudzai Musengi

18 Health Benefits Of Gizzard - Why They Are So Good For You

One food often overlooked in the Western diet is the chicken gizzard, a powerhouse of nutrients. Gizzards are healthy foods that fit into a balance...
Posted in Amino Acids, Bone Strength, Brain Health, Diabetes, Fats, Heart Health, Immunity, Iron, Liver Health, Mental Health, Metabolism, Muscles, Protein, Vitamin B, Weight Loss, Wound Healing

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