Tipping is a very American concept – most people around the world aren’t expected to tip because employers elsewhere are expected to actually pay a living wage to workers in the service industry. Tipping culture has been expanding fast, too, and now it’s not just waiters, bartenders or hairdressers you’re expected to tip. More and more establishments where you wouldn’t normally … [Read more...] about Tipping survey: ask the experts
In our busy and hurried lives, it can often be difficult to take the time to enjoy and focus on the food we’re eating. But slowing down and becoming more aware of our food helps us to have healthier eating behaviors. In light of National Nutrition Month, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Jaime Gnau talks about mindful eating and its benefits. She’s also clinical assistant … [Read more...] about Being mindful while eating
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jaime Gnau. In a world of diet trends and conflicting nutrition information, it can feel like you are bombarded by tons of “solutions” for health improvement every day. The truth is there is no one size fits all approach when it comes to personal nutrition. Jaime Gnau, clinical assistant professor in the public health and sports medicine … [Read more...] about Navigating nutrition facts and fads
Are you ready for a sheep-over? Many homeowners are renting grass-grazing ruminants like goats, sheep and cattle to keep their lawns from looking unruly. The sale of new gas-powered lawn equipment is banned across parts of the United States, such as California. Now, ruminants have chomped their way into the lawns and hearts of homeowners, universities and local governments … [Read more...] about Chomping lawns – and hearts – animal lawn mowing is trending
Thin. Corseted. Short. Heroin chic. Rubenesque. Healthy. What society considers beautiful in women is ever changing. But no matter the style, one thing remains the same — women are never content with their bodies. Body image has been at the forefront for women for as long as women have been alive, but in a world of Photoshop, and the increasing use of AI images, the landscape … [Read more...] about Women and body image: A match made in frustration