by Jackson K. Specialization, especially in sports, is one of the most inconspicuous ways that a youth or adolescent can do to harm themselves. Narrow your possibilities in sports can cause more injuries and excluding other interests can prevent someone from having multiple career choices. Though an excellent basketball player or engineer may want to…
Category: Health & Wellness
I only got 4 hours of sleep last night…
Newest teen trend affects their future Credits to the news source Metro. By Langston J. Most trends among teenagers are light-hearted, but when trends grow and start to affect their lives throughout the future, this trend eventually has to stop. Teens have started to sleep with their phones in their bed with them, and a…
Romaine lettuce is the cause of the latest E.coli outbreak
By: Ava K. Romaine lettuce is a common salad ingredient for thousands of families across the United States, but recently, based on new information, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning consumers of romaine lettuce to be cautious of what they’re buying. This warning includes all types of romaine, whole heads and…
Quiet, I’m sleeping!
Lack of sleep for students Written by: Saarang B. and Atli A. Los Altos students lose many hours of sleep over many months. Students are sleeping less than the recommended minimum of eight to ten hours of sleep per day. A minority of students (15%) get the minimum eight hours of sleep per day. Many…
That 2 You Got On Your Science Test Might Be the Result of The Candy Bar You Ate
Nutrition’s Impact on Teens’ Academic Performance By Ava K. Nutrition is important for adults and children alike, however, a healthy diet is especially important for teens and good school performance. Studies have shown that students who eat an adequate amount of fruits, vegetables, protein, and fiber perform better on exams than those eating foods high…
The Falcon's Quill 