After a long day, there’s nothing better than coming home and having your bed call to you for a great night of sleep. Tucked underneath our cozy blankets with our head cushioned by our soft pillow, sleep is definitely on every college student’s list of favorite things to do. But even if you love hitting […]
Health & Fitness
Here’s How to Keep Your Skin Healthy All Winter Long
As the days get shorter, the season of matte finishes are coming to an end and our skin is also changing with the leaves. Our face starts to dry up, our lips chap, and our hands crack and stiffen. Skin care is easily dismissible, especially in the midst of fighting the cold winter breezes, but […]
3 Quick and Easy Smoothie Bowls to Keep You Fit and Focused
You may have seen a recent spike in colorful bowls filled with fruit and granola on your Instagram feed. Smoothie bowls aren’t just for the aesthetic—they’re a great way to switch up your breakfast game and get a hearty dose of nutrients. Plus, these smoothie bowls are so delicious you’ll feel like you’re eating dessert […]
I Tried the Atkins Diet and It Was All Wrong
If you haven’t heard of the Atkins diet, I’m sure you know of or have tried something similar. The common theme of these diets is cutting out all carbs and sugar for a period of time, while eating all forms of dairy and meat in an unlimited quantity instead. People seem to be obsessed with […]
Detox Water is a Myth and Here’s Why
You’ve been invited to a fancy dinner. You put on your hottest dress, strap on a pair of heels, and wait to get picked up by your date. On your way to the country club, you realize your mouth is super dry—your date must be hotter than you remembered. When you arrive at the club, […]
Fitness Friday: A Lazy Girl’s Guide to Staying Fit
People are constantly saying, “get in the habit of going to the gym,” “eat healthy,” and “don’t be lazy.” But for us girls whose beds call for us the moment we walk in our rooms, staying fit can be a struggle. From someone who understands this eternal battle, but hits the snooze button too often, […]
Planned Parenthood is Safe and So Are Your Birth Control Options
President Obama recently signed a newly proposed rule by the Department of Health and Human Services declaring that states cannot withhold Title X from recipients. In other words, local and state agencies can no longer defund family planning providers such as Planned Parenthood. Such providers help women of all ages with the information and care […]
How to Pick the Best Running Shoes for Your Feet
For those of us who aren’t serious runners, it may never occur to us that the type of shoe you wear makes a difference in your workout. But wearing the right shoe can improve your form and make your body feel ten times better. Tennis shoes seems to be a blanket term used to describe […]
The Best Activewear Lines for Every Size and Budget
Most people can agree that looking good while working out is a great way to get motivated. I know I feel better in my neon pink sports bra and matching leggings than some old shorts and a t-shirt from the back of my closet. Brands like Lululemon are a great buy—they have super stylish clothes […]
6 Tips for Avoiding the Common Cold This Season
With fall ushering in chilly rain and cold winds, runny noses and coughs seem to be popping up everywhere. With all of those germs flying around, it’s hard to avoid catching the sniffles yourself, but there are some things you can do to avoid getting sick—especially if you have a big paper or presentation coming […]