Author: Zama "ZZ" Zincume

What are the Health Benefits of Eating Maize?

What are the Health Benefits of Eating Maize?

Introduction Do you remember the time when you grilled maize outside? In the darkness of the evening and experiencing a slight blowing wind with that maize aroma? I can imagine you never thought of the health benefits of eating maize. Maize or mielies is the Read more

Health Benefits of Eating Jackfruit in South Africa (Update)

Health Benefits of Eating Jackfruit in South Africa (Update)

This is your guide to the health benefits of eating Jackfruit in South Africa. Is it surprising to see Jackfruit trending in South Africa? Perhaps the opening and inauguration of Vegan Life Magazine South Africa in 2017 caused this buzz. Jackfruit is taking its rightful Read more

Broccoli Benefits and Side Effects in South Africa

Broccoli Benefits and Side Effects in South Africa

This is your guide to broccoli benefits and side effects in South Africa. Are there any health benefits of the vegetable Broccoli?  The relationship of Broccoli in people is one of love and hatred. I love Broccoli. My garden boasts of flowery Broccoli and cauliflower. Read more

The Power of Plant-Based Foods in Colorectal Cancer Treatment.

The Power of Plant-Based Foods in Colorectal Cancer Treatment.

Introduction Colorectal Cancer (CRC) is a term including colon and rectum cancers. It is a prevalent and life-threatening disease. There is an increasing number of cases diagnosed worldwide. Researchers and healthcare professionals are continuously exploring innovative approaches to prevention and treatment. The World Health Organization Read more

Vegetable Curry

Vegetable Curry

Growing up in KZN, you get used to various vegetable curries. Eggplant, zucchini, and pumpkin vegetable curry give you power for optimal health. Eating plant-based curries will give you health and longevity. You get various health benefits when you delight yourself with this vegetable curry. Read more

Zozo Mushroom Stir-Fry Recipe

Zozo Mushroom Stir-Fry Recipe

From an early age, mushrooms have always been my favourite. You may wonder. Where were the mushrooms in the rural villages of KZN? After every thunderstorm, there was always a feast of harvest, the harvest of mushrooms. Mushroom stir-fry was the norm. Not the stir Read more

Eating Plant-Based and Stroke Risk

Eating Plant-Based and Stroke Risk

Introduction Stroke? Can eating plant-based impact on stroke risk? Did you ever imagine seeing people in the deep rural areas of KwaZulu Natal and the dry and patched lands of the Northen Cape? Soni, a childhood friend, passed on a few months ago. He was Read more

Cucumber Health Benefits and Side Effects

Cucumber Health Benefits and Side Effects

Introduction This article will look at cucumber’s health benefits and side effects. But what are cucumbers? Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are part of the family Cucurbitaceae, as are pumpkins, watermelons, cantaloupe, and squash. Cucumbers originated in Southern Asia and the Northern parts of Southeast Asia. Different names are Read more

Beetroot and Orange Salad

Beetroot and Orange Salad

Did you know you can make a variety of beetroot and orange salads? Today, you’ll enjoy a salad of boiled beetroot and oranges. You can mix the orange juice or sprinkle it on top. The salad has beetroot, which contains high levels of potassium. Potassium Read more

Bean and Tomato Casserole

Bean and Tomato Casserole

This is a quick, easy, and delicious meal to cook. Combining tomato and beans will give you maximum impact on your health. Tomato contains an excellent source of vitamin C, A, and B complex vitamins, potassium, and phosphorus. Tomatoes also contain other phytonutrients that fight Read more