This is the second part on series of genetically modified foods. If you missed part 1,  read it here. Which countries grow GM crops? In 1996, just 6 countries grew GM crops. By 2009, the number had quadrupled to 25 countries of which, 16 were developing and 9 were...

I wrote this article for Daily Nation, a Kenyan leading newspaper on August 28, 2011. You can check it here Kenyans will soon start to enjoy ‘genetically modified (GM) ugali’ Who else eats genetically modified foods? By authorising importation of genetically modified...

Kenyans love ugali. To say they love ugali is understatement, lacking impact and real substance. Kenyans adore ugali. Now, Kenyans have decided to move their love for ugali to the next level. They need improved ugali. They will be eating modified ugali If you love...

I am writing this in an hotel lobby in Gent, Belgium. It is after an intensive course on meat science. I have two more days to go. Today, I stretched my brain a bit by learning about fermented meats (salami and the like) and proteomics (please, as a consumer, do not...

Natural foods that lower cholesterol This is the second part on Cholesterol discussing 15 natural foods that lower cholesterol. If you did not have a chance to read the first part, enjoy it by clicking here. 1. Green tea Tea is the world’s most popular and widely...

After finishing college, like any other graduate, I went looking for a job. I wanted a good job in a good food company. This is because in the preceding months I was given power to lead and to do what appertains to my Food Science degree. This was after spending four...