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Lifestyle Changes for Better Brain Health
A new clinical trial suggests lifestyle changes improve brain function and slow down memory decline in people with mild cognitive...
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Durian’s Healthy Effect
Durian is known as the “King of Fruits” in tropical countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, China, Thailand, and Vietnam....
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How to Pick and Store Avocados
When selecting avocados for the week, choose ripe ones, almost-ripe ones, and unripe ones. Pick a few that are already ripe, some that...
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Free Nutritious School Meal Programs Launched in Indonesia
Childhood food insecurity has been a persistent global issue. Universal free school meal programs address this pressing problem...
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Empowering Youth Voices in Health Equity Research, Part 3
In the final section of our interview, Prof. Gonzalez shares her thoughts on how research can translate into policy change and the steps...
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Empowering Youth Voices in Health Equity Research, Part 2
In the next section, Prof. Gonzalez discusses research methods in studying youth mental health and how quantitative and qualitative...
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Empowering Youth Voices in Health Equity Research, Part 1
Dr. Marybel R. Gonzalez, a professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health , School of Medicine at Ohio State University,...
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No More “Sell by” Dates in California
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 660 (AB 660), the nation’s first food date labeling reform, on September 28, 2024....
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YYGS Summer Program
Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) is a two-week residential academic and leadership program for 10th- and 11th-grade students, ages 16 to...
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Camille Discusses BCK’s Efforts to Inspire Students Through Environmental Initiatives
We recently interviewed Camille, the Program Partner at BCK Programs . Let us explore how their initiatives educate and inspire students...
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How Can Schools Address Adolescent Mental Health Problems?
Mental health is an underappreciated problem in our modern society worldwide. Among teens, after almost two years of COVID-19, the burden...
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Take Me Home Program
Wandering occurs in up to 65% of people with Alzheimer’s Disease at some point. The Take Me Home Program helps at-risk residents get...
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In Conversation with Rich
We interviewed Rich, the founder and CEO of DREAMS & DUCATS . 1) Can you share the inspiration behind creating DREAMS & DUCATS focused...
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Local Schools Fight Food Waste After Introducing Universal School Meals Program
Many local elementary, middle, and high schools are approaching the end of their second year with the Universal School Meals program....
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CRISPR Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease
A recent breakthrough brings hope to cure sickle cell disease (SCD). It is called Casgevy and was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug...
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The Warner Hub in Warner Springs
Have you ever visited Warner Springs? It is located in the remote northeastern area of San Diego County and is home to the Cupeño tribe...
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Navigating the Digital Zone Safely for Teens
It is no secret that the internet is a minefield for Z generation. However, recently, a worrying trend has focused on young boys, a group...
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Journey to Impact on Food Insecurity
To address food insecurity among youth, DREAMS+DUCATS, a non-profit education consultant institution, in partnership with UCSD Youth...
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Understanding Zyn
What comes to your mind when you hear the name Zyn? Maybe it creates thoughts of a meditation practice or sounds like gum. At first...
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Steamed Kabocha Squash Recipe
Servings: 4 Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 Kabocha Squash Directions: Cut the washed squash into large pieces, either 10 to 12....
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