Kudzai Musengi African Wellness Blog

Everyone’s Switching to Coconut Butter! 6 Health Benefits You Can’t Ignore!

by Kudzai Musengi April 02, 2025

You've likely heard the whispers and seen the hashtags. The world is going nuts over coconut butter. But is it just another fad, or is there substa...

Posted in Brain Health, Coconut, Digestion, Energy, Immunity, Skin, Weight Loss

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Lemon Zest vs Lemon Peel: A Quick Guide to Key Differences

by Kudzai Musengi December 02, 2024

Did you know the difference between lemon zest and lemon peel? Did you even know that there’s a difference between them? Find out more here!

Posted in Antioxidants, Culinary Flavor, Dietary Fiber, Lemon Peel, Lemon Zest, Skin, Wellness

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

by Kudzai Musengi November 18, 2024

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

6 Health Benefits of Muskmelon; You Should Try This Delicious Superfood!

by Kudzai Musengi November 11, 2024

Discover the health benefits of muskmelon from boosting immunity and eye health to cancer protection. Enjoy this great fruit in various delicious ways!

Posted in Antioxidants, Cancer, Hair, Immunity, Skin

8 Amazing Health Benefits of Sugar Apple: Nature’s Sweet and Nutritious Gift

by Kudzai Musengi November 04, 2024

Learn about the health benefits of sugar apple, a tropical fruit popular in Africa, known for its rich nutritional profile and traditional uses in medicine.

Posted in Diabetes, Dietary Fiber, Energy, Heart Health, Immunity, Skin

The Amazing Health Benefits of Karela Juice

by Kudzai Musengi September 30, 2024

Discover the powerful health benefits of karela juice, from blood sugar control to weight management. Learn how this nutrient-rich juice can support your overall well-being.

Posted in African Recipes, Antioxidants, Digestion, Immunity, Metabolism, Skin, Vegetables, Weight Loss, Wellness, Wound Healing

9 Amazing Health Benefits of Butternut Squash, A Nutrient-Rich Superfood

by Kudzai Musengi September 15, 2024

Butternut squash has always been the unsung hero of my plate! It’s like the veggie that never missed the party when rice or a braai (BBQ) was invol...

Posted in Anti-inflammatory, Bone Strength, Brain Health, Diabetes, Heart Health, Nutrients, Respiratory Health, Skin, Weight Loss

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Achieving Wellness With These 10 Health Benefits Of Ragi (Finger Millet)

by Kudzai Musengi May 20, 2024

Many of us are on the lookout for foods that not only meet our nutritional needs but also delight our taste buds without compromise. One ancient gr...

Posted in Amino Acids, Antioxidants, Calcium, Cancer, Diabetes, Digestion, Hair, Mental Health, Pregnancy, Skin, Weight Loss

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Discover 5 Incredible Okra Water Benefits: Have You Tried Okra Water?

by Kudzai Musengi May 06, 2024

I know I'm a bit late to the 'okra water' party...but I've been on the hunt for some fresh okra so I can try out okra water myself. Brimming with v...

Posted in Antioxidants, Diabetes, Digestion, okra, Pregnancy, Sexual Health, Skin, Weight Loss

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Glow from Within: Carrot Benefits For Skin

by Kudzai Musengi February 19, 2023

Carrots are a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. But did you know that carrots have excellent skin benefits ...

Posted in Moringa, Skin

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What our skin absorbs - skin permeation enhancers

by Kudzai Musengi April 23, 2021

The paradox of the skin - Because the skin needs to act as a barrier, it has chemical and structural properties that limit the loss of vital nutrients and water. But this also slows the absorption and penetration of vital nutrients into the skin. Without help, the epidermis would “protect” our skin even from nutritionally vital nutrients...Enter penetration enhancers.

Posted in Mafura Butter, Skin

Healing Inflamed Skin Naturally: Traditional African Remedies

by Kudzai Musengi October 14, 2018

Dermatitis is a general term that describes inflammation of the skin. Topical ingredients like Mafura Butter that contain antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory limonoids help to reduce inflammation and improve the condition of the skin

Posted in Mafura Butter, Skin

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