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The Art of Tamil Cooking

April 26th, 2012

Written by: Gayathiri Sivakumar

Tamil cooking has been praised all around the world, and Tamil cooking influences can be seen in other cuisines, and in the English language. For example, the English word Curry, is derived from the Tamil word, Kari. Others include, Maangai has become Mango, Kanji became Conjee, Ingiver (Inchi- ver (root) become Ginger, and milagu thaneer (pepper water) became mulligatawny (a now famous soup).

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Energy Boosting Snacks

April 13th, 2012

In a studying slump? Need an energy booster to help get through studying? Ditch the coffee, and pick these up! Any other good snack suggestions of your own? Let us know!

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Love Life. Be Happy.

February 12th, 2012

Written by: Sahana K.

Happiness depends on ourselves, we owe it to ourselves to make ourselves happy because we all deserve happiness. I hope these tips will help you be happier all around.

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The Danger of Stress

October 12th, 2011

Stress is damaging to health, there is no question about that. But, stress as we know it today it dangerous to our bodies. Professor Robert Sapolsk, of Stanford University conducted a study on baboon troops on the plains of Africa to understand how deadly stress can be in the animal world. He found that stress is not only a state of mind; it’s quantifiable, and measurable.

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First Formal? Do’s and Don’ts some young women use in preparing for a formal!

October 6th, 2011

Written by: Jess E.

So, it’s your first formal? Here are some do’s and don’ts by that some young women use in preparing for a formal. Have some ideas of your own? Leave behind your tips.

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Life Lessons: Lessons to your younger self

October 5th, 2011

Over the last few days, we collected “life lessons” you wish you knew when you were younger from our friends, and peers. These lessons have been valuable to many of these youth, and we hope they inspire you, and are valuable to your lives aswell! Sometimes, the best lessons we learn, are from another’s experience. Enjoy! Feel free to leave your own advice below.

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ZZZzzzzzz……..Getting a goodnight sleep before school

September 5th, 2011

We all have had those sleepless nights, where we are just unable to fall asleep. With school starting, it’s important to be well rested and energized. Sleep helps our body restore itself, following are some tips to help you get a good night’s rest. Here are some tips to help you get a goodnight’s rest!

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Life Skills Coaching: Pursuit of Happiness

August 23rd, 2011

Some great tips and advice by: Anitta for when your feeling overwhelmed and when you think everything is going all wrong in life…

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Feeling Blue?

March 10th, 2011

With frequently changing weather and stress of upcoming exams, it is no surprise that many of us may be feeling sick. Here are some remedies to stop sickness in its tracks.

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Nature’s Finest

March 5th, 2011

Nature offers us some the most cost-effective, natural and powerful beauty products in existence. Here are some of those herbs/foods which may be lying around in your own kitchen. If you have any pre existing health conditions, you should consult a doctor before using these home suggestions. Feel free to suggest your own!

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