How hardship forces homes to shun balanced diets

A severe economic crisis in Nigeria, characterized by high inflation, currency depreciation, and fuel subsidy removal, has forced many households to abandon balanced diets. Families like that of Mrs. Alele Hamzat, a mother of four, now struggle to afford eggs, milk, and other nutritious foods, resorting to cheaper alternatives like plain boiled yam or garri. The rising cost of food, especially rice, has led to a significant shift in eating habits across the country.

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