Social media influencers are the celebrities of the digital world, having the attention of millions of people across the world when they post online. These influencers typically have a certain topic or subject they make most of their post about, with common examples being political commentators, news reporters, and lifestyle advisors. A particular subgenre that […]
Tag: Health
The Struggle of Trying to Be “Balanced” in Health and Happiness
Everyone talks about using balance in our lives like it’s so easy to accomplish, a clear and straight line we can walk without problem. You have to eat healthy but don’t be afraid to indulge, exercise but make sure you rest and work hard but make time for your social life and sleep too. In […]
Obesity Rates Have Declined as Weight Loss Drugs See More Use
In a recent survey conducted by Gallup Poll that was published this Tuesday, the obesity rate for adults in the United States went down from its record high. In 2022, 40% of adults in the United States were obese, but in 2025, that rate had shifted to 37%. As part of this same survey, it […]
Health Centers at Risk Due to Government Shutdown
For those unaware, as of October 1st, the United States federal government has been shut down temporarily as the democratic and republican congress members have refused to pass a funding resolution. As a result of this shutdown, the government has suspended funding for all non-essential government-funded services. Meanwhile, essential services such as the national guard, […]
Bad Sports Marketing: Energy Drinks Don’t Mix with Rigorous Physical Activity
Every major sporting event, from televised football games to grassroots skateboarding competitions features them. Banners, commercials and star athletes all proclaim the same message: The secret to peak performance is a brightly colored can of liquid energy. These beverages, packed with a potent brew of caffeine, sugar and artificial stimulants have been brilliantly marketed as […]
Winning A Gold Medal In The Burnout Olympics
We’re obsessed with wellness. Influencers preach morning meditation, companies push mindfulness apps and the spa industry is booming. We celebrate physical and mental health as key to a good life. So why in an age of self-care does hustle culture still dominate? The simple truth is we haven’t replaced the hustle; we’ve just rebranded it. […]
Lab-Grown Meat: A Moral Imperative or a Dystopian Delusion?
The future of food is a petri dish. Or at least, that’s what proponents of lab-grown meat would have us believe. Proponents tout cellular agriculture as a solution to a host of global problems, from climate change and animal welfare to food security. But as we stand at the precipice of this culinary revolution, it’s […]
Unveiling A New Game Changer: Nasal Sprays can Potentially Beat Covid-19
For three years, our global defense against COVID-19 has been a systemic one. Intramuscular vaccines injected into the arm, have reportedly been a success of modern science preventing countless deaths and hospitalizations. But as new variants continue to emerge and transmission remains a constant threat, it has become clear that this approach is incomplete. To […]
The Many Substitutes for Plain Water
Let’s admit it: water is not always fun to drink. As vital as it is for us to consume water every day, many people prefer the various tastes and ingredients that drinks like soda and coffee provide. There is a trade-off either way you look at it, but it doesn’t have to be. There are […]
From Keto Pancakes to Adaptogenic Coffee: Has Breakfast Been Gentrified?
Morning light illuminates a meticulously arranged breakfast: a vibrant smoothie bowl moderately filled with berries alongside a latte with delicate foam art. This image, which has become a social media staple transforms breakfast into a curated wellness experience. Yet, this idealized portrayal subtly perpetuates a standard of health inaccessible to many. “Clean eating,” defined as […]
The UFC’s Dirty Little Secret: Why Weight Cutting Is a Ticking Time Bomb
The image of a gaunt fighter, barely able to stand on the scale, is a familiar and disturbing sight in mixed martial arts. For years, the practice of extreme weight cutting – shedding significant body mass often through severe dehydration, in the days leading up to a weigh-in – has been an open secret, a […]
The Portable Gym That Fits into A Bag
The pursuit of physical fitness is frequently perceived as an endeavor contingent upon access to specialized gym facilities and substantial investment. However, the potential for a highly portable exercise apparatus to facilitate common access to physical conditioning warrants examination. In this regard, the resistance band presents itself as a simple yet transformative piece of equipment, […]
