Good Ways to Prevent the Flu or Cold

As winter nears, many people are starting to get sick with the cold or the flu. We all know that being sick is no fun, so here are some good steps to guard yourself from getting sick. First, as always, wash your hands. Wash them often. Second, try not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. Those are the easiest pathways for germs to enter your body. As usual, you need to practice healthy habits, like a balanced diet and daily exercise. Lastly, if you are sick, stay home. Take the time to get better and do not spread the germs to other people. I hope that you can use these tips to stay healthy this holiday season!

So How Important is Sleep Really?

During the college years, students are known for their lack of sleep. They think that because they are awake more, they can get more done. So how important is sleep? Sleep is very important, not only for the physical benefits, but also for the mental and emotional benefits. Sleep actually helps you remember things better. Sleep has been shown to improve grades, as well as, creativity. There are many other benefits of sleep, too, like a better attention span, less stress, and less depression. It is clear that by missing out on some extra hours of sleep, students are actually hurting themselves in more ways than one. We all need to be sure that we are getting the sleep we need to keep our whole selves healthy.

High Impact Exercise vs. Low Impact Exercise

Exercise can be categorized as high impact or low impact. High impact exercises tend to take a toll on your joints, but help your bone density. These are activities like running, jumping, and sports like soccer, hockey, or volleyball. Low impact exercises are easier on your joints, but need to be done more intensely to get your heart rate in the same place. Walking or cycling are both low impact. The choice between the two really depends on the person. I enjoy high impact exercises more, but they really hurt my knees. Sometimes I will just do both. Do you do more high or low impact exercises? Why?

Turkey: White Meat or Dark?

As all of us are aware, Thanksgiving is coming quickly! This means delicious food, especially turkey. At Thanksgiving dinner, the question "Dark meat or white," always crosses the table. So which one is better for you? While both white meat and dark meat are terrific sources of protein, white meat has fewer calories than dark meat. On the other hand, dark meat is a better source of iron. To answer the question, it really all depends on whether you need fewer calories or more iron. It may be a good idea to have a small piece of both! Which will you eat at Thanksgiving?