TV pitchman Kevin Trudeau gained a considerable fortune writing books about “alternative living,” which he tirelessly promoted on TV infomercials. My parents bought one of them: “Natural Cures ‘They’ Don’t Want You to Know About.” I read this book and believed his argument, which was that pharmaceutical corporations, doctors and bribed … [Read more...] about Strike Homeopathy
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4 Workouts You can do at Home
After a long day of class or work, making it to the gym can be a challenge. Traffic, locker rooms and crowded weight floors can make an already difficult workout just plain brutal. Not to mention, it all takes up precious time from your already busy schedule. I might not be making a good case for working out right now, but what I’m trying to say is sometimes making it to … [Read more...] about 4 Workouts You can do at Home
Gym Packed for the New Year
Photo Courtesy of AberroCreative//PixabayDue to its relatively small size, the Firestone Weight Center has suffered crowding problems, especially as the new year begins. This has often led to students and faculty being unable to access certain cardio equipment and weights. Those who regularly attend the gym make due with the equipment that is available at the moment.The gym is … [Read more...] about Gym Packed for the New Year
Workout Wear on a Budget
Photo by Shayla Girardin Making time to workout can be challenging and actually getting out the door is a struggle. For my fellow fashion focused females out there the last minute question always remains: What should I wear? If you’re worried about how to dress for the gym, don’t break a sweat (save that for your workout). There are lots of ways to dress practically and … [Read more...] about Workout Wear on a Budget
Jump on the Juice Cleanse Craze
Photo by Shayla Girardin A pile of textbooks, a laptop and a glass of juice, you may have noticed the latest accessory that Pepperdine students are toting to class — a bottle of juice. Juicing is a huge trend, so nowadays it’s not uncommon to spot a student sipping their lunch through a straw. Whether cleansing, replacing a meal or just enjoying a fruity beverage, juices are … [Read more...] about Jump on the Juice Cleanse Craze