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With the speed and convenience of modern technology, we have come to rely on virtual communication now more than ever, especially due to the stay-at-home regulations of the pandemic. As the swiftness of technological communication has increased, however, so have expectations for the promptness of our response times.

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Navigating a Relationship in Quarantine

Healthy relationships can already be difficult to maintain. Yet, lockdown just seems to make it harder than ever to keep relationships in check. As connections with others can seem like they’re falling apart amidst the pandemic, let’s discover how to make the best of any quarantine relationship.

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The Future of Plastic-Free Cosmetics

Plastic is everywhere: in our oceans, our food, and even in the atmosphere. No place is left untouched by plastic. To reduce plastic consumption, personal care products are a great place to start, as there are simple changes you can make to help reduce the amount of plastic in our environment while simultaneously benefiting yourself.

Slouching and Feeling Slumped: How Posture Can Affect Your Mental Health

Do you ever feel your back hurting after a particularly long Zoom session? Now that we’re working from home, we’re also spending a lot more time sitting for hours on end, making it easy to hunch over as we become fatigued.

On the Matcha Craze: What's so Magical about Matcha?

Flu Relief: The Good, the Bad, and the Variable

20-Minute Meals For Busy College Students

Adulting in the 21st century comes with a lot of responsibilities. While living in an apartment has its perks, balancing studies with house chores can sometimes feel like a burden. Due to time constraints, some of us may resort to microwaveable meals or food delivery.

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Lather, Rinse, Repeat, and Learn: The Chemistry of Hair Care

Everyday, we use products assuming they will do what is marketed without much question. And, hair care products are no exception. Washing hair is important for sanitary wellness, and knowing what is in the lather helps. It turns out that only a few ingredients actually serve the product’s purpose.

Health Lessons from the Earliest Humans: Food and Nutrition

“If your great-grandma didn’t eat it, then neither should you.” Ever heard that saying? Well, let’s kick it up a notch. Should you eat it if humans from as long as 2.5 million years ago didn’t eat it? In fact, what did they even eat back then?

Demystifying Plant-Based Proteins: Which Alternatives Are Good For You?

With so many meat alternatives popping up at fast food chains like McDonald’s, Burger King, and Carl’s Jr., we’re set to see more and more plant-based foods flooding the market in this new decade.

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7 Things I Am Grateful For This Thanksgiving

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Yerba Mate: A Look at the Rising Coffee Substitute

Yerba mate finds its roots deep in South American culture where it is often believed to be a god-sent tree. Harvested from the leaves of Ilex paraguariensis, mate is considered a communal drink with immense sociocultural value.

5 Tips for Eating Healthy on a Budget

You’ve heard it a million times before: eat healthy and have a balanced diet. For most college students, this can sometimes feel impossible to accomplish so turning to cheap, processed foods may seem like the best option.

Keeping FOMO in Check: Developing Healthy Social Media Habits

As you scroll through beautiful pictures, unique experiences, and amusing content on social media, you may feel excited and inspired by the posts you see! But, sometimes this initial feeling of awe manifests itself into FOMO–the fear of missing out–taking a jab at your own self-confidence.

5 Things to Do During “Me” Time

Fall Quarter is often spent making new friends and catching up with those you haven’t seen since the beginning of summer. With all of these relationships in your life—new and old—it may seem like there is no time for yourself. But there is always room for “me” time—you just need to make it a priority.

5 Best Outdoor Workout Spots at UCLA

If you are tired of working out at Wooden and BFit, it may be time to take your exercise routine out in the fresh air and sunshine! Here are five of our favorite outdoor spots to workout at UCLA to get you started:

5 Body Hacks for College Students

3 Ways to Spring Clean

Spring cleaning becomes an essential task on the To-Do list to welcome the spring quarter. From decluttering your space to adding floral scents to your home, spring cleaning can take different forms, all of which help you freshen up after the long winter months. Here are three ways to spring clean to celebrate the season of renewal.

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