Get more with Veggies.

27/11/2025

Before you think something is wrong with your body, ask yourself this simple, honest question: Have I had enough water today?
Many times, tiredness, headaches and low energy are not sickness, they are signs your body needs water.

Many people feel weak, sluggish, or unfocused not because they are sick, but because their bodies lack water.

Drinking enough water helps your body function properly, improves digestion, clears/improves your skin and boosts your energy throughout the day. Water is simple, but it is powerful.

Make water a daily priority. Your body depends on it.

Healthy Nigerian Hydration Ideas:

– Plain water throughout the day
– Water infused with cucumber or lemon
– Fresh coconut water
– Light fruit smoothies without added sugar

Food for Thought:
Water is one of the simplest forms of self-care.

©️ Oyewumi Fashanu

26/11/2025

Sometimes the problem is not the food, it is the quantity.
Many people are eating good food, yet they still feel heavy, tired and uncomfortable. The reason is simple: healthy eating is not just about what you eat, but also how much you eat.

Portion control helps your body work better. It helps you feel lighter, move with ease, and stay productive throughout the day. Eating well does not mean eating until you are uncomfortable. It means eating enough to nourish your body and stopping before you overload it.

When you learn to control your portions, your body responds with more energy, better digestion and improved overall health. Small adjustments on your plate can create big changes in your life.

Healthy Nigerian Meal Ideas — Day 3

– Moderate serving of swallow (about the size of your fist) with plenty of vegetables
– Smaller portion of rice with protein and fresh salad
– Moi moi with grilled chicken

These meals are satisfying, balanced and kind to your body.

Food for Thought

Eat with intention, not with pressure.

If you find these daily healthy reminders helpful, stay connected to this page. More simple, practical tips to help you eat better and live healthier are coming every day.

©️ Oyewumi Fashanu

25/11/2025

Have you ever wondered if one small change in your meals can improve your whole life?
You do not need to change everything at once. Sometimes, the biggest results come from the smallest decisions you make every day.

Start with simple swaps:

– Choose water instead of soft drinks.
– Choose a fruit instead of pastries.
– Choose real, healthy food instead of processed food.

These small steps may look simple, but they make a big difference with time. They help your body, your energy, and your overall well-being.

Healthy Meal Ideas — Day 2

– Use whole wheat bread instead of white bread
– Use honey or date syrup instead of sugar
– Eat brown rice instead of white rice
– Choose boiled plantain instead of fried plantain

Fruit of the Day: Orange

Juice of the Day: Orange + Pineapple + Carrot Juice

Benefits:
– Rich in vitamin C
– Helps fight infections
– Supports healthy eyesight
– Strengthens the immune system

Food for Thought:

A better life begins with a better plate.
If you want more simple healthy ideas, stay close to this page. More helpful posts are coming all week.

©️ Oyewumi Fashanu

24/11/2025

Today, I want you to pause and think about one simple truth: the food you eat is either building you or draining you.
Healthy eating is not about punishment. It is about caring for your body and protecting your future.
This week, let’s learn how small food choices can change your energy, mood and overall life.

Nigerian Healthy Meal day 1:

– Boiled yam + egg sauce
– Ofada rice + vegetables + grilled fish
– Oatmeal with fruits

Fruit of the Day: Watermelon
Juice of the day: Watermelon + Ginger Juice

Benefits:
This juice hydrates the body, improves digestion and supports glowing skin.

Food for thought:

Your body responds to what you feed it, treat it with care.

©️ Oyewumi Fashanu

12/11/2025

Eat well..
Live well..

07/09/2023

Eat well
Stay healthy

13/09/2022

29/05/2022

Who else hates the odour of garlic like I do?

Oh my God, the odour is just repulsive.

You would wanna puke😩

But let me tell you something unbelievable😊

That same odour that's chasing us away from eating garlic, is an enemy that's blocking our eyes to see these amazing facts...

Let me tell you...

Consumption of garlic, even right from ancient times, has proven to be beneficial in the following ways;

➡️Prevention of Cancer

➡️ It lowers;

–Cholesterol
–Heart attack
–Hypertension
–Coronary heart disease

➡️It is a powerful antibiotic

➡️It reduces the risk of pre- mature birth

➡️It is a great cure for common cold

➡️It prevents diabetes

➡️It boosts the immune system

16/05/2022

21 DAYS CHALLENGE

YOU'RE TIRED OF THAT BELLY FAT?

BURN IT OUT REALLY QUICK NOW!

Quick, Proven, Natural Home Remedies For Burning Belly Fat....

You want keep a smart shape and as well get rid of excess fat, no worries. You can do that pretty quick and easily too.

What you'll need:

Lemon
Honey
Garlic
Ginger
Tumeric
Vegetables
Fruits
Nuts and grains
Water

Time Frame: 21 days

Process;

NOTE: Take the measurement of your belly at day 1 and a picture of yourself.

Then take another measurement and picture at day 21.

1. Take warm water and lemon every morning before meals.

2. Eat fruits and vegetables at least twice a day.

3. Do brisk walking and jumping jacks 20 minutes per day.

4. Drink more water daily. Drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated.

Staying well hydrated by drinking sufficient water is important to keep your metabolism properly functioning and lose weight.

5. Eat nuts and grains

6. Drink herbal tea.

A Simple herbal tea is ginger tea..

Ingredients;
Ginger, honey, garlic, water.

–Cut or crush gingers in a pot.
–Add water to it and boil.
– Add crushed/ blended garlic when the tea is ready
– Add honey to it and drink. Serve hot.

7. Take only natural sugars.

Studies show that sugar can lead to increased accumulation of belly fat, and sugar-sweetened drinks like juices and sodas contain large amounts of fructose that has the same effect on your waistline.

8. Let Go Of Stress

Stress is a major factor in slowing down weight loss, especially belly fat. When under chronic stress for an extended period of time your appetite increases, and you have stronger cravings for comfort food. This slows down the metabolism and encourages more fat storage around the abs.

9. Include tumeric in your diet.

Eating food that is spiced up with turmeric can help reduce your belly fat. Turmeric contains curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory properties. Having curcumin in your diet is an effective way to lose belly fat because it gives you a healthy metabolism.

The more committed you are, the better your chances of success because Losing weight is never an easy process.

However, by applying these simple tips, you can see positive results within the stipulated period of time without much sweat.

See you after 21 days.✌👍

All the best and Goodluck!

For guidance and counselling, contact me on WhatsApp 👇

https://wa.me/2347010272739

13/05/2022

Do you know taking a glass of warm water every morning has more health benefits than you can imagine?

Here are some of the benefits of warm water;

1. WARM WATER STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Daily consumption of warm lemon water boosts the immune system and helps the body fight disease like cold or flu.

2. IT HELPS IN WEIGHT LOSS

This is an important benefit of warm water. It increases your metabolic rate which in turn burns more calories throughout the day.
Starting your day with a glass of warm water will help your body to break down the adipose tissue (body fat) in your body.

3. IT INDUCES SLEEP

If you take a cup of warm water before going to bed, you'll help your body relax and soothe your nerves. You'll feel fresh in the morning.

4. WARM WATER IS A NATURAL REMEDY FOR EASING THE PAIN FROM MENSTRUAL CRAMPS

Warm water relaxes stomach muscles and relieves menstrual pain.

5. WARM WATER IMPROVES DIGESTION

Warm water aids digestion and removes unwanted toxins.
If you have poor digestive system, then warm water is a good remedy for you.
It cleanses your system and reduces acidity in your stomach..

So, start taking warm water every morning for improved digestion.

6. WARM WATER PREVENTS PREMATURE AGEING

Taking warm water every morning will keep you health and fit. You can flush out a lot of nasty toxins from your body if you take at least a glass of hot water every day in the morning.

It repairs skin cells which can lead to increase in your skin.

7. WARM WATER IS GOOD FOR SKIN

Warm water detox the body. It purifies the blood and make your skin look radiant.

Make sure you have a glass of hot water in the morning every day to have a glowing and healthy skin.

Remember, Always Stay Healthy ✌

07/05/2022

THE WONDER PLANT: ALOE VERA

At one point or the other, we all have come in contact with aloe vera plants. Many even have it in their homes or gardens.

But, have you been using it like you should?

Do you know all the wonders embedded in that simple green plant you see lying useless all the time?

After reading this post, I promise you, you'll not want to lack aloe Vera plant (gel) in your home ever again..

That plant I'm talking about is the ancient "wonder plant" with unbelievable benefits.

It was used by the Egyptians 6000 years ago, Aloe Vera has rejuvenating and healing properties. The ancient Greeks used it to cure everything from baldness to insomnia. It's an all in one plant.

BENEFITS OF ALOE VERA

✅ Wound healing

Help to sooth acute wounds (such as lacerations, surgical incisions and burns) and chronic wounds (such as infected wounds, arterial and venous).

✅ Anti-Inflammatory

In the treatment of arthritis, wounds and inflammatory bowel disease.

✅ Anticancer

It has anti-carcinogenic properties to fight against the cancer.

✅ Laxative Effects

Cures Constipation, diarrhea, indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome by stimulating mucus secretion, regulating intestinal water content and improves intestinal peristalsis.

✅ Moisturizing, anti-aging and cosmetics
In skin care, protection and beauty products

✅ Antimicrobial and Antiseptic

Decreases the risk of many human ailments due to the inhibitory action on bacteria viruses and fungi

✅ Anti-diabetic

Increases the insulin level and shows hypoglycemic properties. Aloe Vera juice is used for lowering sugar levels. But, Consult your doctor before consuming Aloe Vera juice

✅ Vitamin C present in it is the best natural source to fight against the cold ad cough.

✅ Stress

Reduces cell-damaging process and minimizes biochemical and physio-logical changes during stress condition in the body.

ALOE VERA FOR HAIR;

☑️It has Proteolitic enzymes which helps in removing dead skin from the scalp and removes the excess sebum to promote hair growth.

☑️Because of its alkaline properties it maintains the pH of the scalp to keep hair moisturized.

☑️Its anti -fungal property helps in reducing the dandruff.

☑️To keep our hair more soft and smooth we can add Aloe Vera gel to our regular conditioner and use it daily.

ALOE VERA FOR SKIN;

☑️It is suitable for all skin types.

☑️Aloe Vera in the gel form has great soothing effect and therefore when applied on the irritable area of the skin, it reduces skin irritation.

☑️Its anti-microbial property helps in curing acne, pimples and lightening of the skin.

NOTE: You can extract the gel and store in your fridge, if the plant won't always be available.
But don't store for too long so as not to loose it's quality.

Freshly extracted gel/juice is always the best though.😊

Stay tuned for the next episode😊