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The benefits of dates include relief from constipation, intestinal disorders, heart problems, anemia, sexual dysfunctions, diarrhea, abdominal cancer, and many other conditions. Dates are also good for gaining weight. They are rich in several vitamins, minerals and fiber too. These delicious fruits contain oil, calcium, sulfur, iron, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, copper and magnesium which are all beneficial for health. Some health specialists have said that eating one day per day is necessary for a balanced and healthy diet. The massive health benefits of dates have made them one of the best ingredients for muscle development. People consume dates in several ways, such as mixing the paste of the dates with milk , yogurt or with bread or butter to make them even more delicious. The paste is beneficial for both adults and children, especially during a time of recovery from injury or illness. According to a modern medical survey, it is now accepted that dates...

Strolling by that Mallam at that Junction with his wheel barrow, within lies those brown looking nuts (some light brown and well hydrated, the other dry). Alas, the season of “Ofio” is here once again or “Hausa Groundnut” as my Igbo friend would call it. While at school in the North I had the habit of making this a regular diet, those Northern people can sure produce wonders from these delicious nuts with a magical drink known as “Kunun Aya”. OHHH!!! The milky taste it gives to your taste buds But, not many Nigerians are aware of the superb benefits this tiny nut gives to the body or even the English name.  Well drum rolls…..The English name of Ofio, Aki Awusa or Aya is …TIGER NUT… Now, Tiger nut isn’t actually a nut but a root tuber from the plant Cyperus Esculentus with its early origin from Egypt. It is often referred to as the “African Super nut” due to its numerous health benefits. Some of which are; Tigernut milk helps to control Diabetes and Ulcer. Ti...