What is Well-being and are you Well?

Ask yourself the following questions: Do you eat right? Exercise regularly? Are you physically healthy? When one thinks of wellness, one typically thinks of eating right, exercising, being physically healthy and generally measuring up in today's society. But if you answer 'yes' to all of these questions, are you well? [ more...]

Understanding Dietary Supplements

The desire to lose weight or obtain a certain look is prevalent in both males and females in western society. Females often feel pressured to lose weight, while males often find themselves succumbing to the pressure to live up to a muscular ideal. Many males feel the need to put on weight, in sometimes unhealthy amounts, and in sometimes unhealthy ways. Weight gain supplements can be broadly construed as including anything from anabolic steroids to whey protein. It's important to note that many weight gain supplements may not yield the intended consequences and may even produce unwanted side effects. [ more...]

Alcohol and Energy Drinks: A Potentially Dangerous Combination

Mixing alcohol and energy drinks has become increasingly prevalent in the bar scene of today as many people have the notion that the boosts of energy from products such as Red Bull, Rockstar, Monster, and others, counteract the negative effects of alcohol. However, research indicates that this combination only creates the illusion that one is not as drunk as he or she may truly be. [more...]

Set the Trend: Know the facts about alcohol and energy drinks

Later this month, you may be seeing more black and orange around the Student Recreation Center. University Recreation and ADCAPS are co-sponsoring Set the Trend Week, October 30 through November 3. The week is targeted at creating awareness on smart alcohol and energy consumption. [more...]