Good health begins in the kitchen. Many lifestyle-related diseases today—including diabetes—are closely linked to how we prepare our food, what we eat, and how consistently we maintain healthy habits.
In this article, we will look at:
One common mistake many of us make when preparing vegetables—especially efo riro—is overcooking.
Often, vegetables are poured into boiling water and cooked for several minutes, after which the water is poured away. If you observe closely, the discarded water is usually green in colour.
What does this mean?
That green colour represents water-soluble nutrients, including important plant compounds like chlorophyll and vitamins. When the water is poured away, a large portion of these nutrients is lost. What remains is mostly fibre, which is still useful for digestion, but the nutritional value has been greatly reduced.
This is one reason why soups like ewedu are often recommended. Ewedu is cooked without pouring away the water, so its nutrients are better preserved.
👉🏽 Healthy cooking tip:
Another issue is the excessive use of seasoning cubes during cooking. Many seasoning cubes contain high levels of sodium and additives, which—when used excessively—may place strain on the kidneys and liver.
Healthier alternatives include:
Using these reduces the need for excessive seasoning cubes and improves overall nutritional quality 🌸✨.
Also, when eating swallow meals, ensure that vegetables are more than the swallow, not the other way around.
Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, is a condition in which the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood becomes too high.
Glucose is an important source of energy, but when the body cannot regulate it properly, serious health problems can develop over time.
There are several types of diabetes, but the two most common are:
Common symptoms include:
Without proper management, complications may affect the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, and mental health.
Risk factors include:
Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough of it.
Diabetes cannot be accurately diagnosed by:
👉🏽 Proper diagnosis requires medical testing, such as:
While diabetes may not always be “cured,” it can be effectively managed through:
Some people also use supplements and wellness products as part of lifestyle support. However, these should never replace proper medical advice, especially for confirmed diabetes cases.
Diabetes is not a death sentence. With the right knowledge, discipline, and lifestyle choices, individuals can live full, productive, and healthy lives.
Healthy cooking, mindful eating, reduced chemical intake, and early medical attention make a powerful difference 🌸✨.
Your health is your greatest asset—protect it daily.
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