By Jeanne Ongiyo The lifespan of a tea bag is usually short and precise…out of the sachet, into the cup with piping hot water and in to the dustbin. While others would use the same tea bag to brew more than one cup of tea, here are some of the top 17 alternative uses of tea bags that you probably would never have known. 1. … Continue reading What to do with tea bags other than making tea…
Dyslexia is a common reading disorder characterized by trouble in reading but unrelated to problems with overall intelligence (Photo courtesy of http://www.biculturalfamilia.com) By Jeanne Ongiyo Dyslexia is a disorder whose name is derived from the Greek words ‘dys’ which means inadequate plus ‘lexis’ meaning words or language. We can therefore ascertain that dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects one’s ability to read, spell or … Continue reading What you need to know about Dyslexia
Donkey meat contains a surprising amount of health benefits (Photo courtesy of http://www.youtube.com) By Jeanne Ongiyo It is now official that donkey meat will finally be making its way onto our plates legally. Yay or nay? For those excited about this news, this is probably the best time of their lives with the donkeys within their reach having a hard time judging from the glances … Continue reading ‘Beasts of Burden’ officially on Kenyans’ menus
By Jeanne Ongiyo According to the American Cancer Society, prostrate cancer is the most common cancer among men after skin cancer but it can often be treated successfully if detected at an earlier stage. Cancer is the third highest cause of morbidity after cardio-vascular and infectious diseases contributing to 7% of deaths in Kenya annually. 60% of Kenyan men affected by prostrate cancer are below … Continue reading Prostrate Cancer: A silent Death
During my childhood, all that mattered to me was having new clothes, an uncountable number of toys and of course bonding with my family members over a sumptuous meal. More often than not I would shy away from eating my mother’s specialty, ugali and barbecue, but she would easily lure my appetite and made me eat everything that was served to me by occasionally handing … Continue reading Coca-Cola: An icon of family and happiness
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