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Ask the Sexpert: New Love

February 6, 2013 by stephaniebuwellness

Welcome to Ask the Sexpert! This blog series focuses on sex, sexuality, and relationships. Read on for BU Sexperts Sophie Godley and Dr. Teri Aronowitz’s honest, truthful answers to students’ scandalous questions. Dear Sophie: The girl of my dreams recently agreed to be my girlfriend. I’ve always heard that you should get tested when you’re with someone new, but the last time my girlfriend had sex was a year ago! She doesn’t have any symptoms, so is it still necessary […]

Categories: Ask the Sexpert • Tags: new love, sexual health, Sophie Godley, STI testing, Teri Aronowitz

Apps for Poor College Students

February 6, 2013 by katiesours

Afraid to check your bank account’s balance for fear there’s nothing there? Don’t let your budget bully you anymore! This semester, resolve to get your finger on your finances. This post features apps that help you make the most of your money. Mint.com Available on: iPhone, Android, the web Cost: Free, but you’ll need a free Mint.com account first! Rating: 4 stars Why We Love Mint: It’s simple: Staying up to date on money management can be hard work, but […]

Categories: Health Tools, On a Budget • Tags: budgeting, financial tools

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The Clean Eating Challenge

February 4, 2013 by wellness930

by Sofia D., Student Health Advisory Committee member “Don’t eat carbs!” “Eat only healthy fats!” “Gluten-free is the way to be!” Fad diets and healthy lifestyles are constantly changing and evolving. Recently I heard about a new trend called “clean eating.” I don’t know about you, but as soon as I heard these words I had visions of fruits and vegetables with Clorox and Windex. Not surprisingly, this is not what clean eating is. What is clean eating? It’s a […]

Categories: Building Healthy Habits, Good Eats • Tags: clean eating, healthy eating, Recipe planning, Student Health Advisory Committee

Ask the Sexpert: Does Size Really Matter?

February 4, 2013 by stephaniebuwellness

Welcome to Ask the Sexpert! This blog series focuses on sex, sexuality, and relationships. Read on for BU Sexperts Sophie Godley and Dr. Teri Aronowitz’s honest, truthful answers to students’ scandalous questions. Dear Dr. T: I’m not as big as some of my friends (if you know what I mean). When I’m with somebody new I worry that she won’t be satisfied. Does size really matter? -PERFORMANCE ANXIETY Dear PERFORMANCE ANXIETY: You are not alone in this worry. Many men […]

Categories: Ask the Sexpert • Tags: new love, relationships, sexual health, Sophie Godley, Teri Aronowitz

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Lather Up BU

January 30, 2013 by wellness930

By Emily J., Student Health Ambassador You’re avoiding the elevators when you can, using hand sanitizer like it’s gold, stuffing your coat with tissues. It seems everybody is doing everything they can to avoid being sick…except realizing the importance of washing your hands! Hand-washing is the single most important thing you can do to avoid getting sick this season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The flu virus and stomach bugs spread like wildfire, and many […]

Categories: Building Healthy Habits • Tags: flu prevention, hand washing, student health ambassadors

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5 Reasons to Live in the Wellness House

January 28, 2013 by wellness930

By Daniela A., Resident Assistant of the Wellness House What is the Wellness House? It’s a specialty community housing option for students committed to living in a substance free environment. 1. Sense of Community. I love living among other students that have similar lifestyle choices as me. All of the residents are committed to living in a positive and wellness-oriented environment. Boston University can seem like a big place, but having a strong support system where you live can be […]

Categories: Building Healthy Habits • Tags: BU Residence Life, health, Specialty Community, substance free, wellness house

Ask the Sexpert: Looking for Options

January 11, 2013 by stephaniebuwellness

Welcome to Ask the Sexpert! This blog series focuses on sex, sexuality, and relationships. Read on for BU Sexperts Sophie Godley and Dr. Teri Aronowitz’s honest, truthful answers to students’ scandalous questions. Dear Sophie: My partner and I are waiting to have sex. What other ways can we be together? -OPTIONS Dear OPTIONS: What a great question! And congratulations on being in a relationship where you are able to make decisions about your sexuality together. My strongest advice is to […]

Categories: Ask the Sexpert • Tags: abstinence, communication, relationships, sexual health, Sophie Godley, Teri Aronowitz

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Helping U Get A’s at BU

January 7, 2013 by wellness930

By Christian S., graduate student at the BU School of Public Health New Year, new you. Meet your academic goals this semester with these simple strategies. Plan ahead. To increase your productivity, look ahead on Sunday nights to see what you have coming up that week and plan your time accordingly. Use the calendar app on your smart phone to set reminders for upcoming assignments and due dates. Ask questions. If something doesn’t make sense in class or in the […]

Categories: Building Healthy Habits • Tags: Mugar Library, Study strategies, Study tips

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For the Love of Smoothies

January 7, 2013 by wellness930

By Jess K., Office of Residence Life If you have a sweet tooth but are trying to eat healthy this New Year, try a smoothie! Smoothies are ideal fuel-on-the-go for breakfast, snacks, or desserts because they are nutritious, convenient, and portable. Smoothies provide important protein, vitamins, and minerals for your body with ingredients like yogurt, orange juice, almond milk, and fruit. But watch out! Some smoothies are packed with sugar and complex carbohydrates which don’t have the health benefits. This […]

Categories: Building Healthy Habits, Good Eats, On a Budget • Tags: breakfast, gluten-free, RiZe Bakery, Sargent Choice Nutrition Center, simple ingredients, smoothies

Yoga Poses for Sleep & Relaxation

December 19, 2012 by rachelmviola

Tense after sitting all day hunched over a computer or textbook? Does the stress of schoolwork have you all tied up in knots? Can’t seem to get to sleep? Perhaps it’s time for some yoga! If you’re not a seasoned yogi, don’t worry: below are three simple poses that even people brand new to yoga can try. These poses are great for winding down, relaxing, or preparing for sleep. For detailed instructions on how to do each pose, see our […]

Categories: Building Healthy Habits, Health Tools • Tags: relaxation, sleep, stress, yoga

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