Scent leaf, known as efirin in Yoruba, nchanwu in Igbo, and daidoya in Hausa, is one of the most widely used herbs in Nigerian kitchens. You will find it in soups, stews, pepper soup, and traditional remedies across the country. But beyond its aromatic flavour, this humble green leaf carries a remarkable range of health…
Malaria is one of the biggest health challenges in Nigeria. According to the World Health Organization, Nigeria accounts for roughly a quarter of all malaria cases worldwide. The disease claims hundreds of thousands of lives each year, with children under five and pregnant women being the most vulnerable. Yet malaria is both preventable and treatable….
You have probably walked past it a hundred times. That tall, thin tree with delicate leaves growing quietly at the edge of a compound or along the road. Nigerians call it different names — ewe igbale in Yoruba, zogelle in Hausa, ndibele in Igbo — but scientists call it Moringa oleifera, and the rest of…
Welcome to GD HEALTH — the Nigerian health blog that explains things the way a good teacher would: plain words, honest answers, no jargon. If you have ever left a hospital more confused than when you entered, or read a health article that assumed you live in London, this blog was built for you. GD…