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
Thanks to a $377,000 grant from the state’s Nursing Education Incentive Program, Missouri State University can expand its nursing program. Dr. Kathryn Patterson, director of MSU’s School of Nursing, spearheaded the effort to secure the grant. “This award is an honor and I’m ecstatic we were selected for this,” said Patterson. “The goal is to increase the number of … [Read more...] about MSU School of Nursing awarded large grant
With the new year comes resolutions. One of the most popular ones revolves around fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The challenge for most people, however, is sticking to them long term. Allison Kramer, a Missouri State University exercise and movement science alumna and former personal trainer at the Foster Recreation Center, talks about how to be successful in keeping your … [Read more...] about How to keep the New Year’s health and fitness resolutions you make
After a busy day, you may not have the energy to dream up and prepare a homemade dinner. Meal prepping in advance can help you avoid succumbing to a last-minute idea, such as unhealthy frozen pizza or pricey takeout. Registered dietitian Natalie Allen offers a few tips and advice about meal prepping to Livestrong. She’s also clinical assistant professor of nutrition and … [Read more...] about How to meal prep dinner recipes
In a world brimming with dietary choices and food products, the ability to read and comprehend food labels is more critical than ever. Consumers are bombarded with terms like “natural,” “organic,” “free-range” and “non-GMO,” but the true meaning of these labels and their impact on health can often be elusive and misunderstood. Registered dietitian nutritionist Jaime Gnau shares … [Read more...] about How to read food labels to truly understand what is in your food