Veganism and Climate Change
Hana Oakes
Glancing over climate change and veganism, one may not think they’re connected. The reality of the matter is they are, in more ways than one. Continue Reading Veganism and Climate Change
Food/Drink
Kombucha: The Healing Tea
Hana Oakes
While passing the refrigerated drinks in the grocery store you may have eyed a sign that reads Kombucha, and an array of colorful bottles below it. Many mistakenly pass by this beverage, unaware of its many health benefits and tangy taste, brushing it off as just another unknown grocery store item. Continue Reading Kombucha: The Healing Tea
Check The Ingredient List: The Hidden Dangers of Vending Machine Foods
Bailey Reid
Convenience is key, especially as a college student. We’re always looking for affordable ways to eat, and vending machines are a quick solution. Frequently placed around campuses and other public places, vending machines provide cheap foods that we can eat on the go. Despite the delicious taste of these popular foods, there are some hidden dangers found in their ingredient lists. Continue Reading Check The Ingredient List: The Hidden Dangers of Vending Machine Foods
Abington’s Annual Spring Health Fair (2022)
Cristian Rodriguez
The annual Spring Health Fair was back on campus on March 23rd. Funded by the Donna Caddick Endowment, and hosted by Lifesavers and Red Cross, presenters helped educate students on a variety of health topics.
Continue Reading Abington’s Annual Spring Health Fair (2022)
Vegan Meals on a College Budget
Brianna Cover
Eating vegan doesn’t have to be boring or expensive, as students, we are forced to eat cheap, quick, unhealthy, and high sodium foods rather than foods of substance. These top 5 recipes will introduce you to healthier meal choices and they just so happen to be vegan- so good you can’t even tell! Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive, complicated, or time-consuming but is guaranteed to boost your mood! Here are five interchangeable dinner recipes that are quick, easy, and healthy! Continue Reading Vegan Meals on a College Budget
The Dangers of Sugar
Kristine Kilcoyne
If your friend often jokes that they’re addicted to their Starbucks or Dunkin coffee drink, they may not be kidding. Continue Reading The Dangers of Sugar
Why Do Apples Turn Brown When Cut?
Peter Jaskiewicz
One day, you decide to pack an apple for lunch. Instead of having it whole, you cut the apple into slices and pack them into a plastic bag. Come lunchtime, and you notice the apple slices are now a brownish tint. They also have a different taste compared to how it was when you cut it.
You would think this apple went bad after leaving them alone. However, the apple is still edible despite this change. What happened was an example of enzymatic browning, or a chain of biochemical reactions. Continue Reading Why Do Apples Turn Brown When Cut?
Penn State Abington Faculty Interview: Dr. Nicosia
John Mitchell
Dr. Marissa Nicosia, Assistant Professor of Renaissance Literature, was kind enough to sit down and talk to us about her research on historical recipes. Continue Reading Penn State Abington Faculty Interview: Dr. Nicosia