My mom’s recipe box is something I will always treasure. It is full of handwritten index cards, magazine cutouts and even pages ripped from cookbooks. I love going through it to find a recipe that sounds particularly delicious. Some of my favorite memories are making desserts with my mother and my older sister. When we […]
Author: Meagan Nutt
Seven tips to avoid aging
It’s common knowledge that things like, sun bathing, smoking and high level of stress can age you. However, there are several seemingly harmless daily activities that can age you just as much as smoking or excessive sun exposure. “By the time you are 50,” Dr. Mehmet Oz said, “70 percent of how you age is […]
Google Play
For years, those with an “Apple-tite” have satisfied their cravings with Apple Inc.’s iTunes media hub. It is a one-stop shop for iPod, iPhone and iPad users to obtain and organize all of their music, games, apps, videos and books. However, Google has recently introduced an online media hub that is looking to match, if […]
Pros and cons of technology
Technology is a prevalent part of the learning process in today’s society. Below is a list of the pros and cons of having a technology-based learning atmosphere: PROS: Convenience: In general, technology has become a staple in today’s society. For teachers, it is easy to have students complete particular activities in class with the World […]
The beat goes on
You are almost finished with your three-mile run. Your body is fatigued, and you want to quit when suddenly Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” plays, and you somehow find the strength to finish. On a regular basis, particular songs give people performing cardiovascular tasks the motivation to finish them. According to Dr. Len Kravitz, researcher and […]
Walmart doesn’t hit the Target
People from across the country are faced with a choice: “Expect more, pay less” or “Save money. Live better.” For many college students, the decision may be crucial. Walmart has been the number one discount retailer in the United States for years. Target cannot seem to step out of its competitor’s shadow. Walmart makes about […]
The dark side of the sun
Sunshine is usually correlated with happiness, beautiful beaches, picnics at the park and overall “perfect days.” What tends to diminish the happy thoughts is the irreversible damage frequent unprotected sun exposure causes to the body. According to SkinCancer.org, sun damage is caused by frequent exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV rays are undetectable radiation emitted […]
5 diet staples for 2012
January marks the start of a new year and a season for change. Every year thousands of people make resolutions to exercise, lose weight and eat healthier. Although tips and tricks found in online blogs, magazines, talk shows and infomercials may seem convincing, what we learn from the food pyramid is the most simple and […]
Credit Card Epidemic
They are shiny, plastic and they bring a smile to many faces. Credit cards have brought joy to the lives of college students and young adults. Unfortunately, the excessive use and abuse of credit cards plays a significant role in the economic downturn. According to a study conducted by Sallie Mae in 2009, only two […]
Half way there
Pencils down students! Midterms week is over. The semester is halfway complete. No more study guides, all-nighters and caffeine overloads. That is, until finals week. Now, we must have a miniature celebration in honor of the hard work we’ve done thus far. Here are some simple steps to successfully relieve stress after midterms week. Step […]