‘Health’ Archives
Benefits of water intake
BY MUPRHY GARCIA, Editor Although the importance of the intake of water is reminded repeatedly, the real reason why may never be mentioned. Drinking water is an essential part of everyone’s day. For those who participate in sports, water intake is very crucial. Those side [Read More]
Exercising the brain can improve one’s life
BY CLAUDIA TOVAR, Editor The human brain is the largest and most important organ in the whole entire body structure. People use their brain for everything. For example, it is for understanding the life that surrounds them or to learn school subjects or work for a specific [Read More]
Massages rejuvenate the body and spirit
BY: NOELLE ESPINO, reporter Kaneland is full of students whose days consist of endless practices and endless stress, the tension that builds up in their muscles causing them to wake up stiff and sore in the morning. They might use ice and tylenol as a temporary relief [Read More]
Settling the empath confusion
BY SARAH DRATNOL, Editor There are many people who don’t know what an empath is or what being born as an empath entitles. Along with the fact that to the scientific world, empaths are an alternative medicine do to the circumstance that being an empath isn’t something [Read More]
Dissecting a healthy mouth
BY: MURPHY GARCIA, Editor One of the most important parts to the body is the mouth. Because it is the food and oxygen transportation for the body, it needs to stay healthy. Flossing is one of the best thing one can do to clean teeth. Brushing will keep the top surface of [Read More]
Spring Cleaning Made Easy
Spring cleaning made easy By Matt Wahlgren, Executive Editor Removing Clutter The first thing necessary for a good clean is getting rid of the things you don’t need or want anymore. If it’s too nice to throw away, you can always sell it online, at a garage sale, [Read More]
A happier, healthier day
BY MURPHY GARCIA, Editor Sleep deprivation is a common ground when it comes to teenagers. When lives are packed with sports, homework, tests, family and work, sleep is the last thing on the list. There are many different reasons why one might not sleep very well at night. [Read More]
The meat that may be killing us all
People who eat 4 oz of meat a day are more likely to die of cancer than those who eat less. BY MURPHY GARCIA, Editor Some may not know that a basic protein on the dinner plate is a hidden menace to the body. Sure, candy, cookies, donuts and other junk food can do it, [Read More]
Energy drinks: what effects do they have on you?
BY SARAH DRATNOL, Editor Monster, Rockstar and Red Bull are all common energy drinks that teens like to use to keep themselves awake. But what effects are they having on the body? “It gives me more energy to get through the day,” senior Tyler Keenum said. Most students [Read More]
The seasonal epidemic: Mononucleosis
By Bryanna Stoiber, Editor With the holidays around the corner and winter on the way, seasonal viruses are on the rise, and in this case, mononucleosis. Referred to as the “kissing disease,” it’s a contagious viral disease that infects the lymph nodes. [Read More]
How-to avoid falling prey to fall illness
By Caitlyn Strasser, Reporter Illness is a constant threat as the weather gets colder. Help can be found through many home remedies. Hot tea with honey is a classic way to soothe a sore throat. Coke-a-Cola can also make a sore throat feel better. Frequent hand washing may [Read More]
Weight loss myths
By Nina Burns, Editor The holiday’s are near which means the same thing for most students. Time off with friends and family, no school work, and food. What some may not notice is most holidays are based around food. Thanksgiving, Christmas dinner, and New Year’s [Read More]
