Fermentation is a process where microorganisms like bacteria and yeast work together to break down complex carbohydrates and ...

Africa is home to a rich variety of incredible indigenous crops and foods—from nutrient-dense grains and legumes to unique ...

A modern Western diet, high in processed foods and low in whole plant-based foods, can contribute to chronic inflammation but ...

A switch of just two weeks from a traditional African diet to a Western diet causes inflammation, reduces the immune response to pathogens, and activates processes associated with lifestyle diseases.

Switching to a Western diet from a traditional African diet for as little as two weeks is linked with inflammation and a ...

Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial in Tanzania to examine how switching between African heritage and Western ...

A study in Nature Medicine found that shifting to a diet typical of the East African country — rich in vegetables, legumes, ...

For decades, the Mediterranean diet has been held up as a model of nutrition – its emphasis on fresh vegetables, whole grains ...

The sustainability and resilience of food systems are at the heart of food security discussions globally, and the Southern ...

In Africa, fermented foods hold great cultural significance and health benefits, yet have not been thoroughly researched.