Tom Omondi
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Using Food As Medicine
At a global level, we are currently facing a pressing issue that demands our attention: the impact of dietary risks on public health. This concern was underscored in a significant publication from last year, supported by The Gates Foundation and published in the prestigious journal, Lancet. According to a study on the global burden of disease, it was revealed that a staggering 11 million deaths are linked to dietary risk factors, particularly stemming from the insufficient intake of essential food groups such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and whole grains.
By Tom Omondiabout a year ago in Humans
How to Survive a Dictatorship
Many individuals reside in democratic nations where they depend on their governments to make effective decisions. However, consider the possibility of a sudden shift to a dictatorship—such a change could drastically alter your life. To understand what this means, it’s essential to differentiate between a dictatorship and a democracy. In democracies, citizens have the power to vote for their leaders, as seen in countries like the United States and the United Kingdom. In contrast, a dictatorship is characterized by absolute control held by a single leader or a small group.
By Tom Omondiabout a year ago in Humans
These Landmarks Hide Secrets Guides Won’t Tell You About
If the original plan had been followed, the Washington Monument would look quite different today. The designer, Robert Mills, envisioned a temple-like structure featuring 30 tall stone columns and statues of significant American historical figures, including a statue of George Washington on horseback, with a 600-foot tall Egyptian-style obelisk at its center.
By Tom Omondiabout a year ago in FYI
