lifestyle diseases Stories

MPs propose sugar levy on sweetened drinks to curb health risks, fund public programmes
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 29, 2025

According to the legislators, the levy would not only curb the rising intake of sugar but also help reduce the prevalence of lifestyle diseases such a...

Weight loss hype: The dangerous myths Kenyans are falling for
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 02, 2025

Perhaps the most controversial trend is the rise in diabetes drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro being flaunted as weight loss miracles.

How parents' lifestyle choices shape their children's health and growth
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 28, 2024

Many replace quality time with rewards like junk or processed foods, movies, and video games, with minimal physical play.

Childhood obesity points to looming health crisis for future generations
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 05, 2024

Overnutrition is becoming increasingly common, with many children now struggling with obesity and type 2 diabetes.

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