Tween
When you think of organizational skills, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For me, it’s properly planning out events ahead of time, tracking your progress, and even taking breaks. Organizational skills always come in handy whether it be for school, work, or even your daily life! When I first entered high school, I […]
Why should I start implementing resistance exercises? The essential reasoning behind performing resistance training is to establish and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that in addition to eating a balanced diet, “engaging in regular physical activity (60 minutes per day for children […]
Summer is here, but that does not mean the all the work is done. Staying involved in your community is important all year long and is crucial to staying on track for the coming school year. Here are some great ways to stay involved, get ahead, and succeed this summer! Prepare: Even though Summer is […]
I was a freshman in college when I got my first urinary tract infection (UTI). After a trip to the student health center and 5 days of antibiotics, I was healthy and back to normal. Fast forward a few years to my junior year of college where I was again diagnosed with a UTI. I […]
PERIOD. I’m not talking about class periods or the statement “period”, I’m talking about a woman’s monthly menstruation cycle. As a woman myself, I can say that my first experience with my period was not great. I come from a family where talking about your natural bodily needs is not common or comfortable to talk […]
Dental hygiene refers to the steps you are taking to keep your teeth healthy or work towards making your teeth healthier. Dental hygiene is an important part of overall oral health and is important for keeping your mouth clean. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) notes that “good oral health helps you […]
A Letter To My Teenage Self: Dear Vi, I have so many things I want to tell you, but I am honestly not sure how to even write it all out. Let’s start with the girl I know you feel like you are now. I know you feel like the girl who has to put […]
Applying to Colleges & Universities: By Jackson H If you are currently a junior in high school, it is time to start thinking about the next step. After graduating, there are many paths that you can follow – for example: joining the workforce taking a gap year going to a junior college or applying […]
With health initiatives on the rise in the United States, most people are aware of what types of foods to eat, what types of foods to avoid, and so on. To maintain a healthy diet, eating lots of protein, produce, whole grains, and dairy are musts. This seems pretty straight-forward, but healthy eating can become […]
As the mornings start to get chillier and the seasons begin to change, there is nothing better than hitting snooze on that alarm button a few more times. However, if you are a student trying to prioritize health and productivity, developing a consistent morning routine can be a great way to set yourself up for […]