Let’s get real – if you’re counting calories but still want to enjoy a drink, vodka sodas are probably your best friend. Vodka sodas are like the fitness influencers of the cocktail world – clean, simple, and not carrying any extra baggage (aka calories). A standard vodka soda will set you back about 90-100 calories…
Ever seen those lists of ingredients on the back of packaged food and wondered “what the heck is modified food starch?” You’re not alone. That mysterious ingredient is in practically everything these days – from your frozen meals to those creamy sauces and even the baked goods you love. But is it something we should…
Ever wondered how many calories are in that 1/2 cup of rice you’re about to eat? Let me break it down for you – because the answer isn’t as simple as you might think. Depending on the type of rice and how you prepare it, that humble half cup could pack anywhere from 100 to…
Ever wondered what happens if you remove wolves from a forest? Or what would occur if a disease wiped out all the bees? Understanding food webs helps answer these questions by showing how everything in nature is connected through what eats what. Let’s break down how to create a food web that’ll impress your science…
Is your fridge a food safety nightmare? You might be storing your food all wrong and not even know it. I was shocked to learn that the way I arranged my fridge (random chaos) was actually creating the perfect conditions for cross-contamination and foodborne illness. But don’t worry – I did the research so you…
How much do health science majors actually make? Let’s break down the numbers, expectations, and reality of salaries in this field. Health science graduates can earn anywhere from $40,000 to over $100,000 annually depending on their specific career path, education level, and location. But there’s a huge difference between starting out and being established in…
I was a therapist for some years at a locked behavioral health facility in the Mid-South. Let us call it “Happy Landings.” There were 6 units, each with a particular focus, and one of those focuses was the Acute Crisis Stabilization Unit (adult, psychiatric). I recall a situation in which a gentleman receiving care for…
Every job has its first– A baker will have a first cake, an author will have a first book, and a therapist will have a first client. For me, having that very-first client was a startling realization in the middle of my third semester of grad school. I wouldn’t magically be the serious, stoic counselor…
By Joshua ShafleyJanuary, 2025 You’re thirsty. You reach for your water bottle. But instead of unscrewing a cap, you just need to flip up a straw. But with dozens of options out there, how do you choose? I analyzed the best bottles with straws for 2025, so you don’t have to. 1. IRON °FLASK Sports…
By Joshua ShafleyDecember 1, 2024 I’ve sifted through endless reviews, nutrition labels, and customer feedback to find you the absolute best protein bars of 2025. No BS, no sponsored content – just the protein-packed truth. Let’s dive in. Jacked Factory Authentic Bar Kitchen Sink Protein Bars The Rundown: Jacked Factory Authentic Bar is basically a…
