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Weighing Oneself: “The best time of day to weigh yourself is first thing in the morning, immediately after getting out of bed,” said Prof. David Levitsky, nutrition. Stepping on the scale at this time after using the bathroom, but before eating breakfast can provide the most accurate reading of your weight.

Circadian rhythm allows the body to predict when important daily events should occur, such as sleeping and eating. While our bodies try to maintain a steady circadian rhythm, in college it is easy to develop an out-of-sync clock, which may affect students’ ability to perform and maintain good health.

The four years most students spend at college are often regarded as the best time of their lives, but they are also often the most stressful and challenging as well. While there are many positive ways to deal with the pressure of being a college student, physical activity, especially the kind that engages not only the body but also the mind, can help alleviate tension and improve various aspects of health. 

With obesity rates of adults in the United States at slightly over 33 percent, weight gain is an important issue. Most nutritional scientists agree that the caloric intake of people in the United States is significantly higher than it should be. One potential factor contributing to these weight gain patterns is the overconsumption of various sweeteners. From table sugar to maple syrup to Splenda, each additive has its benefits and drawbacks.

The Food and Drug Administration announced plans in July to bring sunscreen regulations up to date. The new standards for sunscreen labels will provide better information to consumers who will soon be able to determine which products are most effective at reducing risk of skin cancer, the most common form of cancer in the U.S., according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s website.

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Elisabeth Rosen '12 digs into America's obsession with snack foods and its effect on obesity.

Everyone — from Alicia Keys, 50 Cent and Rhianna to students at the University — are urging the people around them to register as bone marrow donors.

According to Prof. Emeritus T. Collin Campbell, nutritional sciences, protein should only comprise ten percent of your diet, and frequent meat consumption can lead to higher incidence of cancer. 

Alice Cope checks the pulse of the Cornell Cardiology Interest Group.