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Category Archives: Blog
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
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
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
