Lyme Disease is an infectious disease that seems to be spreading. It has spread to over 30 countries and counting. In the US, it is most commonly caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. Bacteria belonging to the same genus, Borrelia garini, and Borrelia afzeli are the common causes of the disease in Europe and Asia. […]
This age-old art has been in practice since time immemorial and has gained global recognition for its various benefits. Yoga is not only practised in some cultures as was the case before but has now been adopted by many people all around the world. It has been recognized for it is a natural exercise that […]
I’ve been thinking about coconuts recently. Why would I be thinking of the tropical fruits that have you picturing laying on a beach somewhere sipping on a cocktail from a coconut shell? Could I be planning a vacation to some island? Not exactly although who wouldn’t think of a vacation with this Nairobi weather. I’m […]
Potatoes wouldn’t ordinarily be anyone’s number one go-to for any facial care. Before I knew about the benefits, I would have thought it absurd to use potatoes on your face. But that was all before I realized in my kitchen lies the most unexpected answer to most of my skin problems. As I walked around […]
Fast food has gotten such a hold on our lifestyles in this day and time that we alternate healthy balanced diets with them. I am a culprit of doing this, many are times I order take out when I’m too tired to make a meal. Despite the efficiency that they provide, they actually put us […]
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the colon? That’s right, you probably don’t think about it at all, we rarely do. Did you know that the bacteria that accumulate in your colon cause you to have a variety of diseases ranging from common cold to extremes like cancer? The […]
Recently my love for my natural tresses has been at an all-time high. I have been investing in products, putting in work and offering prayers to the heavens for growth and it has been paying off. My experiments with hair products left me wishing for one product that could carry out most of the functions […]
The arts are a major part of our everyday lives be it films, fashion articles, art objects and even household items. There is a creative mind behind the objects that create them from nothing to something, these may be our local artists or international ones. The arts have for such a long time been made […]
At one point you may have come across an article praising apple cider vinegar and listing its tremendous benefits and how it will work miracles for you. I have come across tons on the same and have empty bottles of the “cure-all” to prove it. Apple Cider Vinegar is appraised for its properties to aid […]
Fashion has evolved over the years bringing in new styles, new wear, and even new looks to try. There is always something for everyone in the fashion world and that has made people even more expressive through their sense of style. The last few years have seen too many new upcoming looks and ways to […]
This week is World Immunisation Week (April 23rd to 29th) and the theme for this year is ‘Vaccines work, Do your part’. I remember as a kid constantly staring at the scar on my top lower left arm, I always wondered where it came from. I used to play a lot as a kid and had a […]
I have read so many articles on facial skin care, hair care and all sorts of beauty features on make-up, but very few on body care. It’s amazing that we have all these tips on how to make our faces clear, glowy and young, how to maintain and grow our manes and all sorts of […]
There’s no feeling quite like the one you get when you strap new heels on and walk around in them before deciding to get them, that feeling will have you more in love with your shoes than with most things in life. Despite heels being the holy grail of most women, they are reported to […]
Silk is perceived as a luxury fabric and more often than not tied to a luxurious lifestyle, most would disregard it because of the expense it would incur on their pockets. Despite this fabric being a tad bit costly, it is definitely worth the cash you send on it. Why would you buy something expensive […]
Sunflower seeds seem like an unlikely snack, but as I picked them up in the grocery store, came home to crack and eat a plateful of them like it was chocolate fondue I realized the healthy lifestyle had caught up with me. Sunflower seeds are packed with healthy oils, vitamins, and minerals. Their nutritional value […]
