Category: Company Updates
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Baking soda vs baking powder: are they the same thing?
The holiday season in Nigeria means one thing: it’s the time to bake homemade pastries, such as biscuits, cookies, and cakes, for your kids. You need leavening agents, like baking powder and baking soda, to raise and soften your pastry products during baking. On casual observation, baking powder and baking soda sound and look alike,…
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The Rising Cost of Tomatoes in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the price of tomatoes has witnessed a dramatic surge, causing significant repercussions for both consumers and sellers across the country. The skyrocketing prices have sparked concerns and impacted daily life for citizens. Numerous Nigerians nationwide are currently expressing their dissatisfaction. Adding to the already high cost of living, consumers have reported feeling the…
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The rising cost of food in Nigeria: A June 2023 report
By the time you’re through reading this piece, there’s a good chance the prices of tomatoes have increased for the umpteenth time within the last few days. Here’s why: On Tuesday, June 26, 2023, the price of a 50kg tomato basket increased from ₦64,000 to a three-year high of ₦100,000 within a few hours. To…
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Pricepally vs. Local Markets: June 2023 Food Price Index
Hello food shoppers, we are back again with another price index! The constant increase in food prices is putting a strain on people’s wallets and impacting their ability to afford nutritious meals. In June, the Price of 50kg of tomatoes went up by almost 50%. As a consumer, it’s important that you get the…
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Healthy meals for pregnant women in Nigeria
It’s “natural” that your body needs more food during pregnancy. Besides caring for your body’s needs, you’re also nourishing another human, which causes you to crave more food. But what you eat (or don’t eat) matters. We made a list of the healthy foods you should include in your diet as a pregnant woman in…
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June 2023 Food News: Nigeria’s Rising Food Prices Concerns
We are back again with another round of our monthly food news where we bring you up to speed with the latest happenings in the Nigerian food space. From rising food prices to challenges faced during Eid festivities, Nigerians are experiencing the impact of inflation and exploring solutions for food security. IN JUNE’S…
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10 healthy homemade baby foods in Nigeria
After the recommended six months of exclusive breastfeeding, your baby needs homemade baby food to meet their nutritional needs. But not every solid food is healthy for your baby. This is why we made a list of healthy Nigerian homemade foods you should include in your baby’s diet. 1o homemade baby foods in Nigeria 1.…
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May 2023 Food News: From Cooking Marathons to Livestock Innovations
Welcome to our May food news, where we bring you the juiciest news stories and exciting updates that’ll leave you craving for more. In this edition, we have an exciting lineup of news stories that highlight the diverse aspects of Nigeria’s culinary landscape. We’ll explore innovative approaches in the livestock sector, the challenges onion processors…
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Healthy Nigerian fruits for stomach ulcers
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This fact will probably surprise you: Ulcers cause more deaths in Nigeria than suicide or liver cancer. Interestingly, this stat suggests Nigerian parents are right: Stomach ulcers—open sores within the stomach lining—are fairly common. But contrary to old tales about ulcers, lifestyle choices are rarely the cause of stomach ulcers. Instead, Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)…
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Are cereals safe for babies?
As a new parent, you already know this: breast milk is critical to your baby’s development, which is why the Federal Health Ministry of Nigeria recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. But exclusive breastfeeding is a tough spot for new mothers, who are likely to suffer from sore nipples, breast engorgement,…