By Joke Kujenya FOR MANY people, a glass of orange juice is simply part of breakfast. It is familiar, refreshing and easy to drink. But research suggests that the popular fruit drink may offer benefits that go beyond its taste. JKNewsMedia.com writes that a study published in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research found that drinking [&helli...
By JKNewsMedia BETTER HEALTH continues to be one of the many benefits linked to palm trees through their fruits and the products derived from them. JKNewsMedia.com writes that widely valued for their economic importance, palm harvesters said different species including the oil palm, coconut palm and date palm also contribute to human well-bei...
By Joke Kujenya BREAKFAST HABITS are getting fresh attention as doctors and dietitians increasingly support eating an egg every day, pointing to the nutrients packed into the popular food and the potential benefits linked to regular consumption. JKNewsMedia.com reports that for years, eggs have been at the centre of debate, with concerns abou...
By JKNewsMedia SUPPORTING METABOLISM starts with nutrient rich food choices and dietitians have identified Spinach and Egg Scramble with Raspberries as a leading breakfast option for metabolic health. JKNewsMedia.com reports that dietitians said such breakfast combines spinach, eggs, raspberries and whole wheat bread to provide protein, fibre...
By Jeremiah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Correspondent NATIONAL NUTRITION planning advanced as the National Council on Nutrition ((NCN) approved Nigeria’s National Policy on Food and Nutrition (NNPFN) 2026 to 2035 for transmission to the Federal Executive Council (FEC) for final ratification. JKNewsMedia.com reports that the Council directed all 3...
By Joke Kujenya FATIGUE, POOR digestion and frequent illness remain common concerns, prompting nutrition experts to highlight the role of fruits in supporting everyday health alongside proper medical care. Clinical nutritionist and digital health creator Odukoya Fiyinfoluwa and nutrition and dietetics specialist Etim Anthony Goodness said in ...
By JKNewsMedia LATE NIGHT snacking can support better sleep and stable blood sugar when the right foods are chosen, with dietitians identifying a mix of pistachios and dried tart cherries as the healthiest option, dieticians have said, Also, registered dietitians, JKNewsMedia.com reports, state that the combination provides protein, healthy fa...
By Joke Kujenya CHOICE BETWEEN green and yellow bananas affects fibre intake, digestion, and blood sugar response. JKNewsMedia.com writes that according to nutritionists, ripening changes the fruit’s nutrient composition, taste, and texture as starch converts into natural sugars. The experts also noted that green bananas contain more resistan...
By Joke Kujenya REGULAR AVOCADO consumption can support heart health, digestion, and nutrient intake, but experts warn attention to portion and overall diet remains key. JKNewsMedia.com reports that experts said Avocados, technically single-seeded berries, supply monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins K, E, C, B-complex, and potassium, with a ...
By Joke Kujenya PCKED WITH fibre, antioxidants, and natural sugars, the crisp, juicy fruit known for keeping doctors away continues to earn its place as a dietary staple worldwide. Nutrition experts report that regular consumption supports healthy digestion, strengthens heart function, aids weight management, and lowers the risk of chronic il...
