Orange Peel
Orange peel though often discarded has different uses and health benefits.
Uses of Orange peel;
In the Kitchen:
• The strips of orange peel can be boiled to make tea
• One use of orange peels is as a dried seasoning. Orange peels can be scraped across with a specialized kitchen grater called a zester. The zester removes only the thin upper layer of the orange peel, not the lighter colored pith. The grating action creates a pile of orange zest, which is usually left to dry overnight before being stored in an airtight herb bottle. Orange zest is often used to enhance other flavors in desserts, gravies, and even some meat dishes. Dried orange peels can also be sprinkled as a garnish.
• Orange peels can be used to make delicious homemade oils. Place some orange peel and cranberries in olive oil and close it with a cork. You can observe a wonderful flavor to the oil after some weeks.
• Placing a piece of orange peel in a container of brown sugar will help keep it from drying out.
• Orange peel can be chopped into smaller pieces, after the orange juice has been squeezed in a bowl. Both can be boiled together to make orange jam.
• Orange peel can be dried, grinded and made into powdery form which can be used for baking as orange peel powder.
• Yam flour normally known as (Elubo) can be fortified with orange peel.
Around the House:
• Another use for orange peels, is air freshening. Combing dried orange peels, cinnamon sticks, lemon peels and flower petals in a simmering pot of water. As the steam leaves the potpourri, the air should become much more scented. For safety purposes, keep an eye on the pot and do not leave it boiling unattended.
• Orange peels can be tastefully cut and added to dried flower arrangements for extra color, shape, and style.
• Dried orange peels can be stored in a cheesecloth bag and kept in closets, drawers or cupboards to help reduce musty odors.
Outside the House:
• Placing orange peels at the bottom of your garbage can before putting in a garbage bag is said to reduce odor and also help discourage insect infestation.
• Rubbing orange peels directly on the skin can be an effective mosquito repellent. Insects in generally find the odor of orange oil offensive.
• Some experts suggest that a mixture of dried orange peels and coffee grounds will discourage neighborhood cats from using a homeowner’s yard as a litter box. The overpowering smell of orange oil and coffee overrides their usual litter box signals.
• Taking a few orange peels in a cup of warm water and make a puree in a blender. Pour this solution into anthills to prevent ants or anywhere around the house that you do not want ants to be.
To be continued.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Iyiola Grace Omowumi
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
Reference:
http://gomestic.com/homemaking/10-unique-uses-for-orange-peel/
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-some-uses-for-orange-peels.htm
Orange peel though often discarded has different uses and health benefits.
Uses of Orange peel;
In the Kitchen:
• The strips of orange peel can be boiled to make tea
• One use of orange peels is as a dried seasoning. Orange peels can be scraped across with a specialized kitchen grater called a zester. The zester removes only the thin upper layer of the orange peel, not the lighter colored pith. The grating action creates a pile of orange zest, which is usually left to dry overnight before being stored in an airtight herb bottle. Orange zest is often used to enhance other flavors in desserts, gravies, and even some meat dishes. Dried orange peels can also be sprinkled as a garnish.
• Orange peels can be used to make delicious homemade oils. Place some orange peel and cranberries in olive oil and close it with a cork. You can observe a wonderful flavor to the oil after some weeks.
• Placing a piece of orange peel in a container of brown sugar will help keep it from drying out.
• Orange peel can be chopped into smaller pieces, after the orange juice has been squeezed in a bowl. Both can be boiled together to make orange jam.
• Orange peel can be dried, grinded and made into powdery form which can be used for baking as orange peel powder.
• Yam flour normally known as (Elubo) can be fortified with orange peel.
Around the House:
• Another use for orange peels, is air freshening. Combing dried orange peels, cinnamon sticks, lemon peels and flower petals in a simmering pot of water. As the steam leaves the potpourri, the air should become much more scented. For safety purposes, keep an eye on the pot and do not leave it boiling unattended.
• Orange peels can be tastefully cut and added to dried flower arrangements for extra color, shape, and style.
• Dried orange peels can be stored in a cheesecloth bag and kept in closets, drawers or cupboards to help reduce musty odors.
Outside the House:
• Placing orange peels at the bottom of your garbage can before putting in a garbage bag is said to reduce odor and also help discourage insect infestation.
• Rubbing orange peels directly on the skin can be an effective mosquito repellent. Insects in generally find the odor of orange oil offensive.
• Some experts suggest that a mixture of dried orange peels and coffee grounds will discourage neighborhood cats from using a homeowner’s yard as a litter box. The overpowering smell of orange oil and coffee overrides their usual litter box signals.
• Taking a few orange peels in a cup of warm water and make a puree in a blender. Pour this solution into anthills to prevent ants or anywhere around the house that you do not want ants to be.
To be continued.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Iyiola Grace Omowumi
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
Reference:
http://gomestic.com/homemaking/10-unique-uses-for-orange-peel/
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-some-uses-for-orange-peels.htm
Uses of Orange Peel
Gardening:
• If you are throwing away the orange peels, consider adding them to a compost pile if you have the space and use for fresh, healthy soil. Orange peels can make your soil extra fertile.
• Spreading some orange peels around the surface of the soil in your garden is an effective method of getting rid of slugs.
Health and Body:
• Dried orange peels can be used as homemade bath oils.
• Orange peels are rich in vitamin A and C, both which are natural antioxidants that boost the overall health of the immune system and help fight infection, colds and flu
•Orange peels have more phytonutrients and flavonoids than the inner pulp, endowing it with anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in digestion and relieve gastrointestinal problems such as acidity, heartburn and the digestion of fatty foods.
For Skin:
• Dry the peel under the sun and grind into powder. It can be stored in an air tight container for 6 months which can be used to make fresh face packs for a brighter skin.
Some of the nutritional benefits of orange peel are as follows;
• Lowers high blood pressure and cholesterol
• Boost immune system
• Protects respiratory system
• Improves digestive system
• Prevent allergies
• Cure hangover
• Treats bad breath
• Cures asthma
• The peel contains more fibre and Vitamin C than the flesh of the fruit.
• Orange peel has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties which makes it great for treating acne and oily skin.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Iyiola Grace Omowumi
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
Gardening:
• If you are throwing away the orange peels, consider adding them to a compost pile if you have the space and use for fresh, healthy soil. Orange peels can make your soil extra fertile.
• Spreading some orange peels around the surface of the soil in your garden is an effective method of getting rid of slugs.
Health and Body:
• Dried orange peels can be used as homemade bath oils.
• Orange peels are rich in vitamin A and C, both which are natural antioxidants that boost the overall health of the immune system and help fight infection, colds and flu
•Orange peels have more phytonutrients and flavonoids than the inner pulp, endowing it with anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in digestion and relieve gastrointestinal problems such as acidity, heartburn and the digestion of fatty foods.
For Skin:
• Dry the peel under the sun and grind into powder. It can be stored in an air tight container for 6 months which can be used to make fresh face packs for a brighter skin.
Some of the nutritional benefits of orange peel are as follows;
• Lowers high blood pressure and cholesterol
• Boost immune system
• Protects respiratory system
• Improves digestive system
• Prevent allergies
• Cure hangover
• Treats bad breath
• Cures asthma
• The peel contains more fibre and Vitamin C than the flesh of the fruit.
• Orange peel has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties which makes it great for treating acne and oily skin.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Iyiola Grace Omowumi
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
BMI
Have you ever heard about BMI?
If you have, have you considered knowing what your BMI is?
You're probably wondering what all this questions is about, well today we'll be learning about the importance of BMI.
Don't stop reading now, sit back and enjoy your read!
BMI, Body Mass Index is a measure of body fat based on the height and the body weight that applies to adult men and women. BMI is an inexpensive and easy screening method for weight category, underweight, healthy weight, overweight and obesity.
BMI does not measure body fat directly but it is moderately correlated with more direct measures of body fat. There are other methods to measure body fat but BMI is an inexpensive one unlike the others which require a highly trained personnel and they are expensive.
How is BMI calculated?
Body Mass Index is a person's body weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters.
BMI = Body Weight/(Height)²
BMI is calculated the same way for both adults and children.
How BMI is interpreted?
For adults 20 years old and older, BMI is interpreted using the standard weight status categories. These categories are the same for men and women of all body types and ages.
Below 18.5 - Underweight
18.5-24.9 - Healthy Weight
25.0-29.9 - Overweight
30.0 and above - Obesity
The essence of knowing your BMI;
1. The interpretation of the BMI will help to detect if there's any underlying health risks you may face if it is outside the healthy range.
2. It can help a doctor determine your overall fitness and the risk of developing chronic diseases e.g type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure etc.
BMI is a good measure of your health but it is not perfect as it is not a completely reliable assessment for every body type nevertheless know your BMI, Visit any local medical centre to do that.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Iyiola Grace Omowumi
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
Reference:
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/adult_bmi/index.html
https://www.chatswoodmedicalanddental.com.au/articles/body-mass-index/#:~:text=It's%20a%20good%20way%20to,range%20of%20chronic%20conditions%20including%3A&text=Cardiovascular%20disease
Have you ever heard about BMI?
If you have, have you considered knowing what your BMI is?
You're probably wondering what all this questions is about, well today we'll be learning about the importance of BMI.
Don't stop reading now, sit back and enjoy your read!
BMI, Body Mass Index is a measure of body fat based on the height and the body weight that applies to adult men and women. BMI is an inexpensive and easy screening method for weight category, underweight, healthy weight, overweight and obesity.
BMI does not measure body fat directly but it is moderately correlated with more direct measures of body fat. There are other methods to measure body fat but BMI is an inexpensive one unlike the others which require a highly trained personnel and they are expensive.
How is BMI calculated?
Body Mass Index is a person's body weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters.
BMI = Body Weight/(Height)²
BMI is calculated the same way for both adults and children.
How BMI is interpreted?
For adults 20 years old and older, BMI is interpreted using the standard weight status categories. These categories are the same for men and women of all body types and ages.
Below 18.5 - Underweight
18.5-24.9 - Healthy Weight
25.0-29.9 - Overweight
30.0 and above - Obesity
The essence of knowing your BMI;
1. The interpretation of the BMI will help to detect if there's any underlying health risks you may face if it is outside the healthy range.
2. It can help a doctor determine your overall fitness and the risk of developing chronic diseases e.g type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure etc.
BMI is a good measure of your health but it is not perfect as it is not a completely reliable assessment for every body type nevertheless know your BMI, Visit any local medical centre to do that.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Iyiola Grace Omowumi
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
Reference:
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/adult_bmi/index.html
https://www.chatswoodmedicalanddental.com.au/articles/body-mass-index/#:~:text=It's%20a%20good%20way%20to,range%20of%20chronic%20conditions%20including%3A&text=Cardiovascular%20disease
What is the Difference between Vitamins and Minerals?
When it comes to taking balanced diet, it always emphasized that vitamins and minerals are important in human diet.
They are both categorised as Micronutrients, but are actually different in a number of ways. It would be necessary to keep ourselves reminded that micronutrients are needed in small quantities but are highly necessary to our bodily growth, processes and maintenance. Micronutrients however shouldn’t be consumed in excess, as they might cause more harm than good when taken in excess.
So let’s begin by relating what Vitamins are;
Vitamins are organic substances needed in minute quantities for growth and for maintaining good health. They are obtained from plants and animals. They are broadly classified into two categories:
• Fat Soluble Vitamins (Vitamin A, D, E and K)
• Water Soluble Vitamins (Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12 and C)
Vitamins generally can be easily destroyed by heat, light and chemical agents. This makes them require less exposure to cooking or harsh food processing techniques. Vitamins play a significant role in immune and nervous system functioning, repairing and healing wounds, developing red blood cells, and growth and development by releasing energy from food. They also keep our eyes, lungs, skin, hair, bones, tissues and gastrointestinal tract functioning well.
Now to Minerals;
Minerals on the other hand are inorganic substances needed for bodily maintenance. They originate in the earth. Because they are inorganic in nature, they are generally more stable than vitamins and can withstand a greater measure of exposure to heat and light compared to vitamins.
They are broadly classified into two categories likewise:
• Essential Minerals
• Trace Minerals
Essential minerals are required in higher quantities than trace minerals. Trace minerals are required in very much minute amounts. Essential minerals include sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and sulphur. Trace minerals include iron, zinc, iodine, selenium, copper, manganese, fluoride, chromium, molybdenum.
Trust you can now specify the differences between vitamins and minerals. Thanks for reading.
Article By:
Oluwadurotimi Okediji
Food, Nutrients and Health
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www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
References
Minerals: Their Functions and Sources | Michigan Medicine (uofmhealth.org)
What's the difference between vitamins and minerals? | Go Ask Alice! (columbia.edu)
https://news.australiannaturaltherapistsassociation.com.au/what-is-the-difference-between-vitamins-and-minerals
When it comes to taking balanced diet, it always emphasized that vitamins and minerals are important in human diet.
They are both categorised as Micronutrients, but are actually different in a number of ways. It would be necessary to keep ourselves reminded that micronutrients are needed in small quantities but are highly necessary to our bodily growth, processes and maintenance. Micronutrients however shouldn’t be consumed in excess, as they might cause more harm than good when taken in excess.
So let’s begin by relating what Vitamins are;
Vitamins are organic substances needed in minute quantities for growth and for maintaining good health. They are obtained from plants and animals. They are broadly classified into two categories:
• Fat Soluble Vitamins (Vitamin A, D, E and K)
• Water Soluble Vitamins (Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12 and C)
Vitamins generally can be easily destroyed by heat, light and chemical agents. This makes them require less exposure to cooking or harsh food processing techniques. Vitamins play a significant role in immune and nervous system functioning, repairing and healing wounds, developing red blood cells, and growth and development by releasing energy from food. They also keep our eyes, lungs, skin, hair, bones, tissues and gastrointestinal tract functioning well.
Now to Minerals;
Minerals on the other hand are inorganic substances needed for bodily maintenance. They originate in the earth. Because they are inorganic in nature, they are generally more stable than vitamins and can withstand a greater measure of exposure to heat and light compared to vitamins.
They are broadly classified into two categories likewise:
• Essential Minerals
• Trace Minerals
Essential minerals are required in higher quantities than trace minerals. Trace minerals are required in very much minute amounts. Essential minerals include sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and sulphur. Trace minerals include iron, zinc, iodine, selenium, copper, manganese, fluoride, chromium, molybdenum.
Trust you can now specify the differences between vitamins and minerals. Thanks for reading.
Article By:
Oluwadurotimi Okediji
Food, Nutrients and Health
For other related articles, visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
References
Minerals: Their Functions and Sources | Michigan Medicine (uofmhealth.org)
What's the difference between vitamins and minerals? | Go Ask Alice! (columbia.edu)
https://news.australiannaturaltherapistsassociation.com.au/what-is-the-difference-between-vitamins-and-minerals
Today, something happened in my school, in my class to be precise, a student urinated on his body.
Here is what happened;
They weren't doing anything so I told them to sleep, so along the line that was when he urinated on his body. When we (myself and the other teacher, we were two because of their population) woke everybody, one of the student in the class said this certain boy has “wee wee” on his body. But the boy insisted he didn’t. The other teacher was called upon and the end of the day we got to know that he urinated on his body, but he said it happened when he was sleeping.
Now this is my point, ever since I became their teacher, this boy has not been good academically, has low self-esteem, even his body composure seems off. My instinct told me he was suffering from malnutrition, he might have other ailment but from his look I know his meals are not balanced. The boy is 9 years, he is in Primary 1 and yet he doesn’t know or understand anything and with what happened today I knew something was definitely wrong, that moved me to tears because it was not entirely the boy’s fault. He needs help and attention. He was mocked till the end of the class.
As parents, guardians and intending parent please note that;
Once a child is growing, to help them have emotional, physical and mental balance and sound mind, they need a balanced diet. To me, balanced diet means eating healthy and it doesn’t have to be complicated. Let them eat a lot of raw food, (I mean homemade food) not processed meal, fruits and vegetable. It is confirmed that giving a child egg yolk helps their brain formation including mackerel fish (eja alaran). Vegetables like ewedu (jute leave) sprinkled with fish makes them fresh too. Taking a lot of water before and after meal is good. Varieties of meal should be given to them. Instead of unhealthy snacks, give them fruits. In all, no single meal has all the nutrient.
Happy Children's Day
Here is what happened;
They weren't doing anything so I told them to sleep, so along the line that was when he urinated on his body. When we (myself and the other teacher, we were two because of their population) woke everybody, one of the student in the class said this certain boy has “wee wee” on his body. But the boy insisted he didn’t. The other teacher was called upon and the end of the day we got to know that he urinated on his body, but he said it happened when he was sleeping.
Now this is my point, ever since I became their teacher, this boy has not been good academically, has low self-esteem, even his body composure seems off. My instinct told me he was suffering from malnutrition, he might have other ailment but from his look I know his meals are not balanced. The boy is 9 years, he is in Primary 1 and yet he doesn’t know or understand anything and with what happened today I knew something was definitely wrong, that moved me to tears because it was not entirely the boy’s fault. He needs help and attention. He was mocked till the end of the class.
As parents, guardians and intending parent please note that;
Once a child is growing, to help them have emotional, physical and mental balance and sound mind, they need a balanced diet. To me, balanced diet means eating healthy and it doesn’t have to be complicated. Let them eat a lot of raw food, (I mean homemade food) not processed meal, fruits and vegetable. It is confirmed that giving a child egg yolk helps their brain formation including mackerel fish (eja alaran). Vegetables like ewedu (jute leave) sprinkled with fish makes them fresh too. Taking a lot of water before and after meal is good. Varieties of meal should be given to them. Instead of unhealthy snacks, give them fruits. In all, no single meal has all the nutrient.
Happy Children's Day
Ginger
Ginger is a flowering plaints whose rhizome ginger root or ginger is widely used as a spice and a folk medicine.
Although used in traditional medicine and as a dietary supplement, there is no good evidence that consuming ginger or its extract has any effect on human health.
Raw ginger is 79% water, 18% carbohydrate 2% protein and 1% fat.
Adverse effects
Allergic reactions to ginger generally result in a rash. Although generally recognized as safe, ginger can cause heartburn and other side effects, particularly if taken in powdered form. It may adversely affect individuals with gallstone and may interfere with the effects of anticoagulants, such as warfin or aspirin.
Health Benefits
A unique fragrance and flavor of ginger comes from its natural oils, the most important of which is gingerol. Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger. It is responsible for most of ginger’s medicinal properties. Ginger is high in gingerol, a substance with powerful anti-flammatory and antioxidant properties
Ginger helps relieve nausea and vomiting for people undergoing certain types of surgery. It is also effective when it comes to pregnancy – related nauseas such as morning sickness. But it recommended that pregnant women who are close to labour or who had miscarriage avoid ginger. Ginger is contraindicated with a history of vaginal bleeding and clothing disorder as well.
Ginger could also help reduce body mass index (BMI) and blood insulin levels. High blood insulin level are associated with obesity.
Ginger help with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a common health problem.
It involves degeneration of the joints in the body leading to symptoms such as joint pain and stuffiness.
Ginger contains the substance gingerol, which appears to have protective effects against cancer.
Ginger can protect against age-related damage to the brain. It can also help improve brain function in middle aged women.
Ginger is loaded with nutrient and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefit to our body and brain.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Peace Asebu
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com
Ginger is a flowering plaints whose rhizome ginger root or ginger is widely used as a spice and a folk medicine.
Although used in traditional medicine and as a dietary supplement, there is no good evidence that consuming ginger or its extract has any effect on human health.
Raw ginger is 79% water, 18% carbohydrate 2% protein and 1% fat.
Adverse effects
Allergic reactions to ginger generally result in a rash. Although generally recognized as safe, ginger can cause heartburn and other side effects, particularly if taken in powdered form. It may adversely affect individuals with gallstone and may interfere with the effects of anticoagulants, such as warfin or aspirin.
Health Benefits
A unique fragrance and flavor of ginger comes from its natural oils, the most important of which is gingerol. Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger. It is responsible for most of ginger’s medicinal properties. Ginger is high in gingerol, a substance with powerful anti-flammatory and antioxidant properties
Ginger helps relieve nausea and vomiting for people undergoing certain types of surgery. It is also effective when it comes to pregnancy – related nauseas such as morning sickness. But it recommended that pregnant women who are close to labour or who had miscarriage avoid ginger. Ginger is contraindicated with a history of vaginal bleeding and clothing disorder as well.
Ginger could also help reduce body mass index (BMI) and blood insulin levels. High blood insulin level are associated with obesity.
Ginger help with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a common health problem.
It involves degeneration of the joints in the body leading to symptoms such as joint pain and stuffiness.
Ginger contains the substance gingerol, which appears to have protective effects against cancer.
Ginger can protect against age-related damage to the brain. It can also help improve brain function in middle aged women.
Ginger is loaded with nutrient and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefit to our body and brain.
Thanks for reading!
Article by:
Peace Asebu
Food, Nutrients & Health
......................................................
For other related articles visit our blog
www.thefoodlegends.blogspot.com