A green smoothie made from vegetables, such as kale or spinach is a healthier alternative to a smoothie made from fruits. Natalie Allen, a registered dietitian and clinical instructor of biomedical sciences at Missouri State University, highlights a few benefits of drinking a veggie-packed green smoothie on Everyday Health. … [Read more...] about Benefits of a green smoothie
In the state of Missouri, approximately 4.5% of students in schools are classified as English learners. Although this is half of the national average, it’s a growing population. It presents unique challenges for teachers and others in the education system. Dr. Andrea Hellman, assistant professor of English at Missouri State University, tells us about the current … [Read more...] about In-service teacher program gives English learners support
There are several types of airline credit cards. Should you get one? If you do, what should you know about them? Dr. James Philpot, certified financial planner and associate professor of finance and general business at Missouri State University, answers a few questions about airline credit cards on WalletHub. … [Read more...] about What you should know about airline credit cards
Protests have been taking place in Hong Kong in recent weeks against a controversial extradition bill cobbled together by Hong Kong authorities with the support of Beijing. Some analyses of what’s going on have tried to link the Hong Kong experience to Taiwan. Dr. Dennis Hickey, distinguished professor of political science at Missouri State University, writes in The … [Read more...] about The crisis in Hong Kong is not the same as Taiwan’s
Ticks, mosquitoes and chiggers — these are a few common bugs that bite us. How do you know what type of bug bit you? What should you do about it? Dr. David Claborn, master of public health program director at Missouri State University, shares about different types of bugs and their bites, as well as treatments and ways to prevent getting bitten with Martha Stewart Living. … [Read more...] about How to identify common bug bites and stings