Saturday, 27 July 2013

MORINGA

MORINGA OLEIFERA


Moringa Oleifera contains more than 92 nutrients and 46 types of antioxidants. Moringa  is said to cure about three hundred diseases and almost have all the vitamins found in fruits and vegetables. Even in a larger proportions. With all the health benefits of this miracle herb, it can easily be termed as the most nutritious herb on Earth. There are no side-effects which also has tried, tested, documented and proved evidence to support the same. It can be consumed by small children and adults. Today, millions world over have started using Moringa based products in porridge, pastas, bread and to reap the everlasting health benefits of the extraordinary ‘Moringa’ herb.
Some Facts about Moringa- (Excerpt From The Book “Miracle Tree” by Author Monica G.Marcu,Pharm.D., PH.D.)
• 92 Nutrients
• 46 Antioxidants
• 36 Anti-Inflammatories
• 18 Amino Acids, 9 Essential Amino Acids
• Nourishes The Immune System
• Promotes Healthy Circulation
• Supports Normal Glucose Levels
• Natural Anti-Aging Benefits
• Provides Anti-Inflammatory Support
• Promotes Healthy Digestion
• Promotes Heightened Mental Clarity
• Boosts Energy Without Caffeine
• Encourages Balanced Metabolism
• Promotes Softer Skin
• Provides Relief From Acne
• Supports Normal Hormone Levels

Friday, 26 July 2013

The Nigerian Biome

A Study Of The Nigerian Biome

BIOMES
The plant cover of the earth is usually referred to as its vegetation. This includes trees and grasses of various kinds. Vegetation differs from place to place and the kind of vegetation found in a place is usually influenced by various factors. There are four major factors influencing the Nigerian biome and these are; climate which can be further broken down to humidity and rain fall pattern,and are the most important climatic factors affecting vegetation in Nigeria. Other factors include soil, relief and mankind.

The Nigerian biome can be divided into two broad vegetative belts. They are the forest belt which consist of salt water swamp, fresh water swamp, and rain (high) forest. The other is the savanna belt which is further divided into Guinea Savanna, Sudan Savanna and Sahel savanna.


There is also another vegetative type referred to as Montane vegetation which can be found in areas with high elevation such as the Jos Plateau and Adamawa Plateau.

PLANTS AND ITS YORUBA NAMES


PLANTS AND ITS YORUBA NAMES

Victorica Amazonica

Botanical Name : Victorica Amazonica

Family : Nymphaeaceae
Common Name : Amazon water lily ,Giant water lily
Victoria Amazonica is the largest of Nymphaeaceae family.It is a flowering plant.

Yoruba: OSIBATA...