Wait, Weight, What?

There has been a lot of talk in the news lately about weight loss medications in addition to the ever-present diet talk that never seems to go away. You might have also heard some terms used by people in an attempt to fight against diet…

BORG

If you’re in high school or college, it’s probably fair to assume, you’ve heard of the BORG; A drinking trend that is taking social media and college parties by storm. BORG stands for Black-Out Rage Gallon. This popular drinking trend is not only super dangerous…

Protein Food Alternatives

Recently, foods that might once have been frowned upon due to their high carbohydrate content are now being celebrated for their high protein content. Some products that have been promoted like this on social media include pastas, pancakes, and cereals. Carbohydrates are essential for the…

Protein Powder Breakdown

Have you ever thought to yourself, how do I know which protein powder is right for me? Me too. There are so many brands and types on the market it may be difficult and confusing to know which product is right for you. It is…

Introducing Lilly!

Hi everyone! I’m Lilly, the newest peer advisor at the Center for Young Women’s Health, and I’m super excited about this position. I’m 17 years old, a junior in high school, and I love science. I’ve always been very interested in math, but after taking…

Immune Boosting Juices: are they Good for You?

Have you ever walked into a health food store or juice/smoothie store and been bombarded with immune boosting shots and drink options? Maybe you read online about the potential benefits of these drinks or the ingredients in them but still aren’t sure whether you should…

The Effects of Trauma

You may have heard someone say that they found something “traumatic” in the past – but did you know that trauma can be experienced in different ways by different people? Trauma is something that can result from events or life situations that are physically or…

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Greeting Yalda

Hi everyone! My name is Yalda and I am a new peer advisor at the Center for Young Women’s Health! I am 17 years old, and I will be a senior in high school in the fall. When I took Chemistry for the first time…