For years, the American approach to protein has been centered around the desire for more. On average, Americans consume about 300 pounds of meat per year, making up a significant portion of the protein supplement market. The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day, which can …
Pregnancy is a time of excitement and anticipation for expectant parents, but it can also come with serious health risks. Complications such as preeclampsia and preterm birth can endanger the well-being of both the parent and the unborn child. Currently, doctors rely on limited measures to determine the risk of these complications, but advancements in …
In the first presidential debate last night, the Republican candidates resembled characters from Tom Stoppard’s play “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.” Similar to the minor figures in Hamlet who are distant from the main action, the candidates seemed to lack meaning without former President Donald Trump at the center of their drama. While the debate …
The first 2024 Republican presidential debate commenced with an epigraph from Vivek Ramaswamy, setting the tone for a somber and lively evening on Fox News. Ramaswamy emerged as the standout candidate, displaying his eagerness to engage on every issue, deliver sharp remarks, and withstand attacks from his rivals. Ramaswamy humorously questioned his presence on the …
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Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with a group of adult children of immigrants from the former Soviet Union, of which I am also a member. We discussed their experiences in trying to establish boundaries with their parents, and I was amazed by the quick and numerous responses I received. One anecdote shared was …
If you have been involved in group video calls recently, you are probably familiar with the “Zoom wave.” It has become a common way to bid farewell in the virtual world. Instead of abruptly leaving a meeting, people now awkwardly wave goodbye, elbow bent sharply to fit within the webcam’s view. This gesture has become …
It’s a fairly simple task to pronounce my name correctly, Saahil Desai. Saahil sounds like sawmill, while Desai sounds like decide with the last part removed. That’s all there is to it. Unfortunately, more often than not, people manage to completely mangle my name. The most common mistake is pronouncing it as Sa-heel, which is …
In the drawer of my nightstand rests an exquisite amber-colored glass paperweight. It possesses a rich history, having been passed down from my late father and his grandmother before him. Its shape is that of a perfect cube, each side adorned with delicate hand-painted flowers, and its weight is substantial in my hand. However, I …
An amber-colored glass paperweight can be found delicately placed in the drawer of my nightstand. This seemingly insignificant object holds sentimental value as it previously belonged to my late father and his grandmother before him. Its cube shape is adorned with beautiful painted flowers on each side and it carries a weighty presence in my …