Recently Wanda Waterman spent several weeks in Tunisia, where she crossed half the country, visited several cities and villages, and stayed with a traditional Tunisian family. This travelogue series chronicles her adventures and experiences in the Maghreb. Read the rest of the series: Part I, Part II, and Part III. Café Life Nearly every street… Read more »
Acid and alkaline. You may remember these terms from your high school chemistry class, but odds are you haven’t thought about the concept of pH in years. But did you know that acidity and alkalinity play an important role in our everyday lives?and in our bodily health? Chemistry and Your Health In fact, acidity and… Read more »
This article originally appeared in volume 1917 of The Voice Magazine (May 6, 2011). April showers bring May flowers, but May flowers unfortunately can bring those dreaded seasonal allergies. How to cope? In this article we’ll explore why allergies occur, and investigate some natural options for relief. What Are Allergies? A healthy immune systems is… Read more »
It’s at this time of year?when the warm breeze starts blowing and the sun actually feels warm instead of only looking so?that I find myself thinking about backyard-fresh garden produce. Vine-ripened tomatoes, plump zucchini, an oversized head of lettuce . . . But why wait for the summer months to taste it all? By sprouting,… Read more »
Mak, an alternative band from Montreal, has shown a startling ability to craft and arrange thoughtful, moving songs that draw on a wide range of musical genres, including jazz, rock, and experimental music. They’ve just released their self-titled debut album to rave reviews. Recently the band’s vocalist, guitarist, and keyboardist Jason MacCormack took the time… Read more »
?Have you ever had your back cracked?? someone recently asked me. It took me a moment to realize that this startling description was referring to a chiropractic adjustment. Although comedians may frequently joke about chiropractors and their techniques, there’s often little knowledge of how it works and whom It’s intended for. Read on to explore… Read more »
As interest in alternative health grows, natural health practitioners seem to be springing up everywhere. But how credible is your natural heath provider? Has she attended and passed an accredited course at a reputable school and been licensed for practice by a third-party licensing body (to whom she is still accountable)? Or does he claim… Read more »
Copyright and students: the conversation usually revolves around concerns of plagiarism. But there is much, much more at stake. For example, are you aware of how copyright fees affect your learning materials? One common misperception is that electronic materials can be easily distributed for free because they are easy to reproduce. However, students may not… Read more »
Paul Leighton is a Diversity Fellow and a Technology Fellow in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminology at the Eastern Michigan University. He has co-authored a number of important books on crime and violence, including Class, Race, Gender and Crime. He’s often quoted by major media outlets in the United States and beyond. On… Read more »
Acupuncture. It’s becoming increasingly popular, but the visuals can seem confusing or even scary. How can long needles inserted into a patient be healing or helpful? What exactly is acupuncture, and can it really work on ailments like headaches, stress, or fertility? What Is It? Acupuncture is one of the world’s oldest forms of medical… Read more »