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

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

A new small-scale study found that when participants switched from a western diet to the traditional Kilimanjaro diet, their health markers improved in as little as two weeks. The researchers say they ...

A remarkable new study demonstrates that embracing traditional African dietary patterns, even for just two weeks, can ...

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

Country music and the aroma of pancakes enveloped the "Boeremark", or farmer's market, outside South Africa's capital ...

Africa's rich diversity in traditional diets offers unique opportunities to gain valuable insights into how food influences health." De Mast finds it remarkable how significant the effects of diet ...

The study asked people to switch their diets for two weeks, and then tracked changes to their immune and metabolic ...

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

Over the years, we've published several articles that shine a light on these traditional foods. In this piece, we highlight some of those stories, celebrating the power and promise of Africa's ...