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Light up your studying mind

Desiree Arnold

Finals are upon us and time is quite limited right now. The brain requires fuel so if you normally skip breakfast or resort to a light snack as you run out the door, do away with that on test day. Breakfast is incredibly important. The brain needs energy to work at optimal capacity. Protein-rich foods are good choices as they promote brain activity and alertness. Oh the incredible edible egg is a solid choice. One of eggs’ most impressive talents is their ability to embrace and hold various ingredients together in a frittata. Frittata is a very simple egg-based Italian…

Campus, Penny Palate

Shrimp salad packed with proteins and also delicious

Desiree Arnold

Proteins are essential for growth and maintenance of our body. It is necessary to incorporate it into your diet to help your body repair cells and create new ones. Eating plenty of protein has a ton of benefits for weight loss, muscle gain and health. Protein is known for its fat-reducing benefits. Eating adequate amounts of protein can reduce hunger and body fat. Consumption of fewer calories occurs because our appetite is satisfied quicker as opposed to gorging and taking in more calories. Seafood is a wonderful source of protein because it is low in fat. Avocado and eggs may…

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Rebound from Spring Break

Desiree Arnold

Google After an entire week at the beach for some and late-night shenanigans for many others, Spring Break has come to an end. A delicious vitamin boost and detoxication beverage may be a good idea right now, unlike a few not-so-good ideas you may or may not have made over Spring Break. I offer you a simple and tasty five-ingredient Post Spring Break Smoothie. This glass of yumminess includes pineapple, avocado, spinach, honey and H2O. Every one of these ingredients benefits the body. It takes only one cup of pineapple to fill your body with 100 percent of the daily…

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Keeping Spring Break healthy and delicious

Desiree Arnold

Spring Break is near and relaxation and sunshine are on the agenda for most. Fun in the sun can be a nice workout so fuel your body with good foods. It is that time of year to spring clean your diet. Say goodbye to winter comfort foods and welcome spring and its fresh flavors and bright colors. Although it can be hard to maintain healthy habits while having fun on the mini vacation, be sure to pack good eating habits along with your beach attire. Healthy eating is simply just eating smart, especially during the warmer seasons. Spending the majority…

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A taste of Ireland’s finest dish

Desiree Arnold

Leap year only comes around every four years and this year, we will find ourselves enjoying an extra day in February. We receive 366 days as opposed to the 365 days that we are accustomed to. This extra day is given to us because of astronomical reasons, and an untidy condition in our solar system and calendars. Leap year keeps our calendars in sync and has prompted some interesting traditions and customs. One known custom is marriage proposals given by women instead of men. This tradition was said to have begun in fifth century Ireland according to Irish history. The…