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Ryan Kerubo

Wellness in a cup: Kenya's tea culture evolves with bold fruit infusions

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-01 09:19:28

Flavours such as hibiscus, chamomile, citrus peel, vanilla and ginger offer not only appealing aromas but also valuable health benefits

How I beat diabetes without drugs

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-06 06:00:00

Reducing refined carbohydrates helps, but over-reliance on animal proteins and fats while excluding other food groups increases the risk of nutrient deficiencies and cardiovascular problems.

Understanding possibility of remission in diabetes

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-06 07:00:00

Weight loss achieved through lifestyle changes is strongly linked with remission, however, diabetes can recur if lifestyle is not rigorously maintained.

How genes may influence breast milk production

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-06 00:00:00

Many mothers stop breastfeeding earlier than planned because they feel they are not producing enough milk, leading to early supplementation or weaning.

Understanding the possibility of remission in diabetes

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-09 10:54:51

Diabetes is often described as a silent condition, as many people live with it for years without knowing. At its root is a problem with the way the body handles glucose, the sugar that fuels our cells

Animal welfare group expands efforts to control rabies with new Watamu branch

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-09 13:41:00

According to the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), the disease kills an estimated 500 Kenyans annually.

Gut check: Why you should look at your poo before you flush

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-12 14:15:00

Most people flush without a second glance. It may sound unpleasant, but paying attention to what’s in the toilet bowl can reveal a lot about your gut health.

Why you should look at your poo before you flush

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-22 09:37:28

Everyone uses the toilet, yet most people flush without a second thought. It may sound unpleasant, but paying attention to what’s in the toilet bowl can reveal a lot about your gut health

Trapped for tourism: Inside Kenya's cruel wildlife farming industry

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-22 14:02:28

This is not what the government of Kenya envisioned when they started issuing licenses for wildlife farming.

How menopause and andropause are reframing workplace policies and career paths

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-22 16:30:06

Across the world, women and men are navigating menopause and andropause in silence, their symptoms quietly shaping career choices, leadership ambitions and productivity.

How KNH doctors restored smile to orphaned boy by performing complex reconstruction surgery

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-25 17:36:08

The groundbreaking operation restored the child’s face, confidence and hope for a normal life after a gunshot injury left him severely disfigured.

Childhood arthritis: Symptoms every parent, caregiver must never ignore

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-26 12:00:00

Paediatric specialists say arthritis in childhood is real, and its effects can be long-lasting if not recognised early.

'Zuri died in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit': Ashley Muteti's battle with pre-eclampsia

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-26 15:00:00

Pre-eclampsia occurs when a woman develops high blood pressure after 20 weeks of pregnancy, usually accompanied by protein in urine or changes in liver and kidney function.

The healing power of greenery: Why keeping plants is good for you

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-26 13:48:29

At first glance, the greenery adds beauty, freshness and a touch of nature to our surroundings. But are your plants doing more than just looking pretty?

Pre-eclampsia: The deadly condition many mothers never see coming

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-27 06:00:00

Studies show that five to six per cent of expectant women develop pre-eclampsia, making it the second leading cause of maternal death after bleeding.

Beyond medicine: Initiative restores dignity and hope to cancer patients and survivors

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-10-28 18:28:53

For many cancer patients, healing goes beyond chemotherapy and radiotherapy. It is about restoring dignity, hope, and the confidence to face life again.

Silent sting: Skin rub struggle women share

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-11-01 10:14:04

Thigh chafing, also known as 'chub rub', is one of the most common yet least discussed skin irritations among women

Kenya Red Cross Institute marks 11th graduation, welcomes new humanitarian health workforce

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-11-01 17:15:49

KRCTI on Friday held its 11th Graduation Ceremony in Nairobi, celebrating 241 students who completed health and emergency response courses under the theme “We Care for Humanity.”

How climate change is making people unhealthy

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-11-03 08:00:00

Warmer weather makes sweetened products more appealing, which raises the risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and dental problems.

Step away from the cotton swab: The right way to remove earwax

By Ryan Kerubo   2025-11-03 09:00:00

Using cotton buds or hairpins can push wax deeper into the ear canal, leading to blockages, infections or even a ruptured eardrum.