Oct 9, 2009

Closing The Healthcare Gap

The most pervasive and omnipresent debate in the United States today is without a doubt the debate on healthcare reform. The push by the Obama administration to change much of the basic fabric of healthcare in the United States has resulted in some of the most over the top political theatre in recent history. People…

Oct 9, 2009

Escaping the Freshman Binge

Athletes, in general, face adversities regarding the stereotypes that follow them, especially African American athletes. Too often, the media depicts black athletes in a negative manner, spoiling the future of their succes

Apr 2, 2009

Column: Chris Brown and Rihanna: The New Faces of Domestic Violence

In light of recent events surrounding the two young, attractive musical sensations Chris Brown and Rihanna, I decided that it was time for a real discussion about domestic violence-an issue that is constantly overlooked and under acknowledged: That is, of course, until the entertainment industry becomes involved.

Apr 1, 2009

Chlorella, the Single-Celled Algae

Chlorella is a green super food that shows promise to in becoming a popular health supplement and potential cancer preventative. Popular in Japanese culture, according to diagnose-me.com, a website aiding in the diagnosis of various symptoms, approximately five million Japanese people consume this single-celled green algae every day. Chlorella is researched by Japanese scientists for its effectiveness in treating and preventing diseases. Having the potential to treat various problems, why is this supplement rarely spoken of?

Mar 29, 2009

Summer on the horizon

With exam week coming up in a month, students are looking forward to escaping the stressful environment of college and enjoying summer. In preparation for the warm summer months, there are steps to take to ensure that the break is fun and safe.

Mar 18, 2009

Women on Weights: Strength training boosts more than just muscle

Weight rooms are places to find dumbbells, machines, mats and males in search of the perfect body. But, rarely are women found. Why?

Feb 27, 2009

It Isn’t Just Something You See On TV HIV/AIDS: Establishing itself in our community, now more than ever

Math. Many consider this one of the most sensible and reliable subjects. Since elementary school, we have been conditioned to never question fractions, multiplication, or even the most complex equations that we may not understand. As a writer, there are not too many equations that make sense to me. However, recently I've stumbled upon some numbers some of N.C. State's brightest engineers should find quite disturbing.

Feb 22, 2009

Black people wake up, knowledge is power!

As a writer for the Mind Body and Soul section of the Nubian Message, my motive is to encourage the African-American community to engage in research to understand the natural world. These are the reasons why I have written on several topics such as the raw food diet, detoxification of the body, super foods, etc. African-Americans are dying at increasing rates due to complications of high blood pressure, cancer and various other afflictions as compared to their counterparts. According to a pamphlet from Americanheart.org, a Website that provides information on heart disease for minorities, "Blacks are 1.5 times more likely to die from heart disease and 1.8 times more likely to experience a fatal stroke than whites." It is a duty for the black community to research and find ways to prevent these fatal diseases and help their conditions in order to hopefully prolong the lives of many people. We as a people rely too much on our doctors who sometimes may not have our best interests at hand. I also believe that a portion of African-Americans simply do not care about their health they exemplify apathy in health care because they believe the conditions are hereditary and inevitable. With attitudes like these, no wonder African-Americans are the majority ethnic group stricken with these illnesses. There are some cases of illnesses like cancer, obesity, and heart disease that are genetic and that the possibilities of preventing these diseases that occur later in life are slim to none.

Feb 12, 2009

Platanos and Collard Greens: Broadway comes to campus

Platanos & Collard Greens is an Off Broadway hit play that came to Stewart Theatre here on campus. The Union Activities Board Diversity Committee hosted this dynamic event on Tuesday, Feb. 3 and there was a considerable amount of students, staff and faculty, and general public attendees. This romantic comedic play told the story of Freeman, an African-American man, and Angelita, a Latino woman. During this play, both Freeman and Angelita were forced to confront and overcome cultural and racial prejudices. Many of the stereotypical views that individuals have about Latinos and African-Americans were addressed in this play. In defending their bond for family and friendships, Freeman and Angelita both had to go against all the adversity that was thrown their way. Platanos & Collard Greens is a play that should, without a doubt, remind everyone of their own family, their true love, and their life as a whole.

Feb 12, 2009

Recession Proof Your Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day is swiftly approaching and with the constant stress of the economic crisis, many couples are wondering exactly what they are going to give their boyfriends or girlfriends this year. Giving gifts is a must in a society where Valentine's Day is filled with pressure. If one does not give their lover something special then they will most likely be faced with consequences. Of course shopping for females can be relatively easy and not quite expensive with stuffed teddy bears, store-bought flower bouquets and boxed chocolates readily available. Guys, on the other hand are quite difficult to shop for and may be the most expensive for gift giving. With only a few days left to figure out the perfect gift, here are some suggestions for gifts under $30.

Feb 7, 2009

The Great Benefits of Tea

When we think of tea, what normally comes to mind? Is it the brand name, Lipton's? Or is it caffeine? Or is it the use of the warmth of the hot tea in soothing sore throats? I'm sure other ideas related to tea pop into your head too. Many people tend to think of tea as just an alternative to coffee or hot chocolate or even cider; however, it is more than just another hot drink option. There are some qualities about tea that are taken into consideration when dealing with issues surrounding health and wellness.

Jan 29, 2009

Spiritual Growth from Giving

We have all recently experienced the holiday season. Hopefully it was a time of great giving and sharing. Believe it or not, the principle of giving is actually essential to growing in the Christian life. However, it is not just about giving; it is also about how one gives. Some people give so the spotlight can be on them when they want it to be. It's not about them; but rather, the holidays are about helping others without expecting anything in return. That means unselfishly giving time and effort to support a good cause. Personally, my main focus is on pleasing the Almighty God that I serve.