Beware of the Fake QRMA Health Checkup and Scanning
This post has been on my back burner for about two years now. It would have remained there for a little longer were it not…
6 Tips to Help you Beat Low Appetite
Every part of the body needs specific nutrients for better health and energy to carry out daily activities. Eating of food is the essential activity…
BMI Calculator – Know Your BMI Today
ADVERTISEMENT What is Body Mass Index (BMI)? BMI is a measure of a person’s weight relative to his or her height. It is determined by…
Food Fortification and Some of its Challenges in Kenya
It’s estimated that over 10 million of the Kenyan population suffer from poor nutrition and chronic food insecurity. One of the measures put in place…
Eat Guavas for that Extra Vitamin C
Guavas are a fairly popular fruit in Kenya, often enjoyed by kids rarely by adults. For those not familiar with the word guava, maybe the…
Does Microwave Cooking affect the Nutritients in Food?
Previously, we looked at some misconceptions surrounding the use of microwaves, specifically the cancer claim together with the often shared “phone test”. Today’s article is…
Microwaves: How True are the Cancer and Phone Test Claims?
Microwaves are becoming a very common home appliance in Kenyan homes. They can also be found in our work places and in food shops thanks…
Is It Safe To Introduce Eggs During Complementary Feeding?
On our article on complementary feeding (“weaning”) we pointed out that feeding with other foods other than breast milk should begin at the age of…
English Words For Common Kenyan Foods
It’s no secret that when it comes to some of our common foods, most of us don’t actually know the corresponding English terms for them.…
Why You Should Avoid Plastics When it Comes to Food
Plastics, thanks to their cheap availability, can be found almost everywhere nowadays. One such place is in our foods. From packaging, serving to even warming…