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Delivering the latest buzz on fitness, nutrition and wellness for Syracuse University students.
7 Ways to Stay Positively Productive
You start each day with a list of things to do, jotted down on a piece of paper or just in your … Continue reading
WTH Spring 2013 Launch Party!
When: Wednesday, May 1, 2-4:30 PM Where: Schine Atrium Come take a study break at our stress-busting launch party! There will be hip-hop yoga, meditation, free massages, snacks, and … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Fighting Malaria. April 25 was World Malaria Day, a day dedicated to discussing the facts of the disease and fighting it. The disease, spread through mosquitoes, runs rampant … Continue reading
Chain Restaurant Calorie Count
Ever browsed a menu at a chain restaurant and seen the “healthy” section? You know the ones, with the listed calories beside it so you feel you are in control? … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 4/23/2013
Trick Yourself Into Drinking Less: We’ve all had one of those awful hangovers that makes you want to give up drinking forever. Doctors explain that reliving a negative experience is enough … Continue reading
Build Muscle, Lose Weight Fast
It’s common knowledge that in order to build muscle in the gym, you need to eat lots of food to fuel your body. However, the consumption of extra calories is … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 4/22/2013
Watch Out For Those Ticks: Those of us here in NY could be at a greater risk for Lyme disease than ever before. A new study from the University of Toronto suggests … Continue reading
Spotlight: The Morning-After Pill
At the beginning of this month, a judge in New York City demanded removal of the age restriction on the morning-after pill birth control prescription. The consequential legal battle has … Continue reading
Shop Often, Be Happy!
Pull out your credit cards — it turns out shopping may actually help your mental state. According to a recent survey by Ebates.com, more than 52 percent of Americans engage … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 4/12/2013
The Dangers of Dietary Supplements: Last week, the Food and Drug Administration reported 85 deaths and illnesses associated with dietary supplements containing the ingredient dimethylamylamine, also known as DMAA. This stimulant, … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… IUDs, which are now said to be safe for teenagers to use. A new study found that less than 1 percent of women using this long-term contraceptive have … Continue reading
Watch Out for That Wax
Ladies, none of us like to talk about hair… down there. But maybe it’s time to — it turns out that waxing may increase your risk of getting an STI, … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 4/9/2013
Morning-After Pill Available to Everyone: Well, not everyone, but close enough. A federal judge ruled last week that the morning-after pill be available without a prescription to all girls “under … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Apps that help track fitness. For those with smart phones, there are tons of free apps available that can help you map out a diet plan and track … Continue reading
The Truth Behind Some Unhealthy Habits
We all have those bad habits — you know the ones. Ever wonder if they are actually doing you any serious harm? Here are the top habits that you should … Continue reading
PMS vs. You: How to Fight Off Your Worst Symptoms
You’ve heard of PMS, right? Of course, the men in our lives have turned it in to a more of a joke than reality, but it is real! PMS (pre-menstrual … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Modifying recipes to cut out calories. Yummy Mexican dishes that are typical high-calorie can be changed into healthier options. Bake beef empanadas instead of frying them, for example. … Continue reading
Mythbusters: WTH Edition
You’re always hearing about what to eat and what not to eat. But sometimes, some of the foods that may seem bad might actually be good for you. Here are … Continue reading
For All Those Internet Addicts…
In the past 24 hours, I have spent 7 hours and 6 minutes on the internet and 1 hour and 24 minutes on Facebook. And that’s only counting the time … Continue reading
Captain Crash Diet
Any fellow pinner can understand the powerful influence Pinterest can have over a person’s — okay, let’s be honest — a girl’s decisions-making process. SU’s campus proves to be no … Continue reading
The Best Way to Do Vending Machines
Sometimes after a long night of studying, all you want to do is to eat a late-night snack. The vending machine might be your closest option, but be careful not … Continue reading
Don’t Weight to Lose It
It’s winter, and unfortunately the winter time is a common time for people to gain weight. The cold weather can easily get in the way of your fitness goals, causing … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Keeping your kitchen clean. Germs and bacteria can multiply in a neglected kitchen. Clean your sponge, for example, when it starts looking nasty. You can run it through … Continue reading
The Medical Condition You Might Not Know You Have
Carpal tunnel syndrome is something we usually associate with the elderly, but many young people actually experience the syndrome without even realizing it. Actress Jessica Alba has just been diagnosed … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 2/26/13
Watch Those Whistles: Referees and other people who regularly use whistles may suffer hearing loss from repeated exposure to the loud, shrill noises. A study performed by an audiology student (who … Continue reading
Raw vs Cooked…Which is Healthier For Your Veggies?
Have you ever heard that some vegetables are more nutritious raw than cooked? Well, studies have shown that it goes both ways. Some vegetables are actually healthier for you when … Continue reading
Push Around the Pain
If you love going to the gym, you probably hate getting injured. Injuries cause physical discomfort, limit your mobility, and worst of all, get in the way of your fitness … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… The University of Pennsylvania Health System, for no longer hiring smokers. Beginning July 1, UPenn will not hire tobacco users in an effort to improve the health of … Continue reading
Tummy Troubles
Ever find that your stomach aches at the most inconvenient times? You’re about to take a test, and all of a sudden cramps fill your stomach as it is being … Continue reading
Why You Should Watch Your Drinking
Nobody wants to be the only sober person in a roomful of drunks. Likewise, nobody wants to be the drunk who stumbles upon that sober person and instantly feels annoying … Continue reading
The Healthy Fork
We’ve all had one of those days where we wake up late so we have to eat breakfast on the go. It turns out, eating quickly is actually bad for … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 2/18/2013
A New Treatment for the Blind: Researchers have created an “artificial retina,” a bundle of electrodes implanted in the eye. This system allows visual input to go around the damaged part … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Having smart friends, which might help you excel in school. Research at the State University of New York in Binghamton found that the academic performance of high school … Continue reading
6 Reasons Your Immune System Is Weak
Feel like you get sick a little more than usual? Like it’s just one illness after another, chasing after you? Don’t … Continue reading
Snowed Out
With cold weather upon us and winter rapidly approaching, the desire to stay inside and sip hot chocolate often outweighs the desire to head outside and exercise. However, the change … Continue reading
General Interest Meeting
Interested in fitness, food and health? Then come to What the Health’s general interest meeting! Join the staff of Syracuse University’s only on-campus health magazine by attending our meeting Tuesday, … Continue reading
Avoid Post Holiday Wallet Trauma
Did Black Friday and Cyber Monday take a toll on your bank account? Resisting holiday sales can be harder than resisting a second piece of pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. And … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Interpreting body language, which is a better indicator of emotion than looking at a person’s face alone. Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem showed subjects images of … Continue reading
Healthy Hot Cocoa for the Soul
Ditch the whipped cream, the marshmallows and lastly, ditch the syrupy chocolate sauce. You can still drink your favorite holiday staple, hot chocolate, and be healthy. Whether you’re sitting in … Continue reading
Eat Those Winter Blues Away
With the start of December comes shorter days, darker skies, and colder air — all of which can lead to seasonal depression. But don’t fear, a new study has shown … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 12/6/12
Play It Safe: A new study suggests hits to the head in football or other contact sports may lead to a distinct pattern of brain damage leading to focusing issues. … Continue reading
End Emotional Eating
Every college student knows that as finals approach, it becomes oh-so-tempting to stock up on our favorite chips, sweets, and some sort of instant food that can be microwaved in … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 12/5/2012
Stay Away From Those Bouncy Castles: A rather upsetting study shows that the number of injuries caused by inflatable bouncers, such as those bouncy castles we all enjoyed at childhood … Continue reading
Holiday-Themed Appetizers
In the print issue of our newest edition, we feature some delicious appetizers, perfect for that holiday party you’ve been planning. Check them out below, and find more ways to … Continue reading
Cold Weather Food Remedies
Here are some food solutions to make you look and feel great during the long and harsh winter months. SKIN Load up on Swiss chard, egg yolks, and whole-grains for … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 12/4/12
Put Your Phone Down: A new study suggests the urges behind cell phone addiction may be the same as a shopping addiction. Researchers from Baylor University and Seton Hall University discovered … Continue reading
Pencil In Some Exercise
Planning out your schedule for next semester and trying to fit in some fitness? There are plenty of options right here on campus, many of which are either free or … Continue reading
Daily Dose: 12/3/2012
Your Couch May be Toxic: And we’re not just talking about the negative health effects of being a couch potato. It turns out that your couch may actually be harming … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Dimming the lights, which might keep you from overeating. Researchers at Cornell University found that people who ate meals in darker atmospheres, such as by candlelight, took in … Continue reading
Hydrate the Winter Weather Away
Most people think that just because it isn’t hot and sunny out you don’t need to drink as much water, but this isn’t true. During the winter, you need to … Continue reading
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers to… Cuddling, which provides many health benefits. According to researchers at the Metropolitan University in English, cuddling can lower blood pressure and heart rate, resulting in less stress. And … Continue reading
