GINGER
Ginger is among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain.
Antioxidants and other nutrients in ginger may help prevent or treat arthritis, inflammation, and various types of infection. Researchers have also studied its potential to reduce the risk of diabetes, cancer, and other health problems.
GARLIC
Garlic (Allium sativum) is a strong-smelling, pungent-tasting herb noted for its many health benefits. It contains a powerful compound called allicin that helps lower cholesterol. The health benefits of garlic include easing the symptoms of common cold, lowering blood pressure, and reducing the risk of heart ailments as well as neurodegenerative disorders.
CAMEROON PEPPER
Cameroon pepper is a variety of Capsicum chinense that is widely used in Nigeria to cook due to its exceptional heat and unique flavour. It is also called Nsukka pepper and Ghana pepper in West Africa and yellow lantern chili in English-speaking markets.
Cameroon pepper is yellow in colour when fresh but turns brown when dried. Like all peppers, Cameroon pepper contains capsaicin, an active component that is responsible for its hotness and most of its medicinal properties. Though it is commonly used for culinary purposes, Cameroon pepper has the following medicinal properties.
SHEA BUTTER
Shea butter is fat that’s extracted from the nuts of the shea tree. It’s solid at warm temperatures and has an off-white or ivory color. Shea trees are native to West Africa, and most shea butter still comes from that region.
Shea butter has been used as a cosmetic ingredient for centuries. Its high concentration of vitamins and fatty acids — combined with its easy-to-spread consistency — make it a great product for smoothing, soothing, and conditioning your skin.
BLACK SOAP
The impacts of African black soap cannot be overemphasized especially with respect to skin care products.
Natural products remain the best skincare products you can apply to your skin as it adds to the right nutrient to the skin which helps to keep the skin glowing.
Aside from the fact that African black soap is very effective in treating skin irritation and blemishes it is also essential for removing acne. Assuring a clean and clear skin.
FRESH HERBS
Herbs are the leafy part of a plant that is used in cooking – these can be used fresh or dried. Any other part of the plant, which is usually dried, is referred to as a spice. Herbs are a fantastic way to add flavour and colour to any sort of dish or drink, whether sweet or savoury, without adding fat, salt or sugars. In addition to flavour and colour, they each also tend to have their own set of health-promoting properties.
Consuming herbs may help to prevent and manage heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. It may also help to reduce blood clots and provides anti-tumour properties.
DRIED FLOWERS
Dried flowers are full of subtle colors and myriad textures. Edible dried flowers are delicious in cakes and other desserts, and many of them make wonderful teas. You might experiment with making your tea blends, using green and black teas as well as herbs.