A medical doctor has sparked debate on social media by listing 20 commonly consumed Nigerian foods that he deems unhealthy. The post, shared on X by user @Prince_Fynnd, includes a mix of popular staples and processed items that many Nigerians hold dear.
Among the foods highlighted are Shawarma, pizza, hot dogs, and noodles, which the doctor argues contribute to health risks. He also points to bread, foreign rice, and spaghetti, as well as snacks and sugary beverages, as detrimental to well-being.
His list continues with items like canned foods, energy drinks, and even traditional dishes such as Semo and Ofe Akwu, advising moderation due to high oil content.
The doctor warns against excessive consumption of biscuits, ice cream, and imported fruits, recommending locals opt for indigenous options instead.
He concludes with a strong caution against hydrogenated oils, labeling them as “poison.”
The list has stirred mixed reactions online, with many Nigerians defending their culinary favorites while others consider the health implications.
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@Prince_Fynnd wrote on X: “20 Unhealthy Nigerian food:
(1) Shawarma
(2) Pizza
(3) Hot dogs
(4) Noodles
(5) Bread
(6) Foreign rice
(7) Spaghetti
(8) Snacks
(9) Butter
(10)Sardines
(11) Canned food
(12) Sugars
(13) Soft drinks
(14) Energy drinks
(15) Semo
(16) Ofe akwu (banga soup) Eat butin
moderation. The red oil in that soup is to
much..
(17) Biscuits
(18)Ice cream
(19) Imported fruits
Eat our local fruits
(20) Hydrogenated oils are Poison.
