Energize your brain

Different foods provide ways of improving concentration and memory

By Gillian Ekern

Ever felt distressed, in a haze, confused, tired or disoriented in the middle of class? How about during finals week? For some students this is a common issue that often interferes with learning and making school an enjoyable time. If you could alter your lifestyle ever so slightly to make this problem a thing of the past, would you? Here is a little guide to help students understand the importance of "brain foods" and healthy living in reference to their education and enjoying life in general.

Pick up your trash

By Silas Thompson

Last time I talked about the importance of water in everyday living and I mentioned a few things about our beloved convenient little water bottles as well. This week I will take some time and discuss a related and growing concern that is scarcely reported but is increasingly vital in the education of a "going green" society.

UTIs treated with a variety of methods

Urinary tract infections more common in women than men, can be cured easily

By Theresa Schneider

At least twice a month, senior Michelle Fredericks finds herself in what she describes as excruciating pain. "It hurts so bad," she said. "I can't even explain it … it feels like your pee is on fire." The culprit? A simple bladder infection. Fredericks said she experiences chronic urinary tract infections.

Container chemical causes controversy

Bisphenol A exposure linked to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, according to study

By Deborah L. Shelton

CHICAGO (MCT) - The debate over the safety of a chemical ubiquitous in the lives of Americans took center stage at a scientific hearing of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday as federal officials, scientists and health advocates gave vastly different assessments of the effects of exposure to bisphenol A.