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By Sherry Wang (she/her), 17, Staff Writer September 30, 2023 Reading has always been a great way for teenagers to better understand both themselves and the world. Unfortunately, many books are banned—through removal or restrictions—from schools, libraries, and bookstores. Many are banned because of references to race, gender, and sexuality, including sexual orientation, making it difficult for many readers to access books featuring characters that are representative of them. To spread awareness as well as to celebrate and support authors whose books have been banned, the American Library Association (ALA) hosts “Banned Books Week”, an annual event that will take…
Of all the prenatal exercise topics, Basic education seems to garner the most interest…and confusion. There are many myths and questions that persist, including whether it is appropriate or not Any prenatal core training at all. We want to assure you that it is not just safe, but unbelievable beneficial to train your core during pregnancy. In fact, we would argue that it is the most important thing to focus on. Developing a strong, well-functioning core helps you mitigate aches and pains, enables you to push more efficiently, and even improves your overall health – and the health of your…
I see so much shame — too much shame — about our bodies (their shape, their size, their functionality) and our food (what we eat, when we eat, why we eat, how much we eat). If you’re dealing with food and body shaming, I want you to know two things: First, you have done nothing to be ashamed of. Second, if you struggle with body image or your eating habits make you uncomfortable, then you deserve aidnot shame. Because your “food guilt” is really food shame Quick, you just ate a cupcake…what thoughts are running through your head? “Wow, that…
If you’ve ever tried to achieve a fitness goal, you know it’s a challenge. It involves immense dedication, motivation, discipline and patience. While it’s simple to get excited at the starting line, the long journey to fitness is often filled with obstacles and hurdles. This article is designed to help you understand this process, ensuring you are on track successfully achieving your fitness goals.Why is achieving your fitness goals important?Accepting fitness as a key component of a healthy lifestyle goes beyond appearances. It includes a comprehensive wellness strategy that promotes overall health and vitality. Achieving fitness goals helps people not…
There do not appear to be profound differences between so-called exposure-based CBT and traditional CBT in the treatment of fibromyalgia, according to a study led by researchers at the Karolinska Institutet. Both forms of treatment produced a significant reduction in symptoms in people affected by the disease. The study is one of the largest to date to compare different treatment options for fibromyalgia and is published in the journal PAIN. About 200,000 people in Sweden currently live with fibromyalgia, a long-term pain syndrome that causes great suffering to patients due to widespread pain, fatigue and stiffness in the body. There…
Part 2 In Part 1 of The Hidden Secret For Becoming a Sexually Successful Male, I described the lessons I had learned in my life between the ages of 8 and 80 to become a sexually successful man. I said the secret was what I called Quiet Confidence or QC. Here, I want to help us understand why the secret of sexual success has been hidden from us. I believe there are three interrelated reasons: Most men are taught what it means to be “sexually successful” by listening to men in our peer group and are often taught no to…
Feeling better, staying healthy, and aging gracefully is what we all aspire to do, and achieving it may be more attainable than you think. Simply making better decisions every day, such as choosing to eat foods with more nutrients, can put us on a path to health and wellness.1 We all know that everyday life can be busy and we may not always get all the vitamins and minerals we need from our food. We also don’t think of ways to protect our bodies from the effects of everyday environmental toxins, such as free radicals, that can damage cells.2 A…
WHen signs of aging start to set in, it’s hard to reverse them. A popular skin care ingredient known to help improve the signs of aging on the skin is the peptide. If you haven’t heard of it, don’t worry, we’re here to explain everything you need to know about this ingredient. Read on to learn what peptides are and how you can incorporate them into yours skin care routine! What are peptides? Peptides are short chains of amino acids, which are the main building blocks of protein in our bodies. These chains provide anti-aging support and play a key…
40 weeks is the average length of a normal healthy pregnancy. However, this can vary from mother to mother. Learn about the changes, progress and preparation you can make for your 40th week of pregnancy. Once you reach your 40th week of pregnancy, that means your wait is finally over and you are almost at your due date. This is the ninth month. Your baby inside you is now finished, ready to make a move out of your womb. They will soon come into your world to make you feel the joy of motherhood. If you are not in labor…
Make pesto pasta for one in just 10 minutes with a pre-made pesto sauce, like this arugula basil pesto or pistachio pesto. It’s a quick dinner to throw together on days you didn’t plan and want something easy and delicious. [This pesto pasta for one recipe was originally posted in April 2016. It has been updated with cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients] If you ever had days where he didn’t plan dinnerbut you’re not in the mood for food or grains – this pesto pasta for one is for you! You can…