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Use Your Noodle!

Use Your Noodle!

Very much like the diverse Asian society, Asian noodles consist of strands that vary in appearance, taste, color, and character. Rightfully symbolizing longevity, Asian noodles have been around for an extremely long time- -China gave birth to the noodle more than 4000 years ago! Considered to be of great importance to the Asian diet, Asian [...]

Classic Origami: Hare

Classic Origami: Hare

1. Starting point is Basic Form IV. Unfold the surfaces.

2. Raise the lower edge of the paper…

3. …and fold the sides inward.

One Month ‘Til Baby

One Month 'Til Baby

From announcing the pregnancy and deciding on baby names, to shopping for baby items and maternity clothing, having a baby can be a very hectic affair. With the delivery date coming closer every second of the day, here’s a quick checklist of what you’ll need to do to adequately prepare for your baby’s arrival at [...]

Classic Origami: Rooster

Classic Origami: Rooster

 

1. Starting point is step 11 of the Peacock, based on Basic Form III. Combination fold at the point.

2. Combination fold again to bend the point downwards; then press down on the head.

Drink to Your Health

Drink to Your Health

Water is the most abundant substance in the body, accounting for approximately 65% of the average person’s body weight. It is also by far the most important nutrient needed in your body, for the body’s vital processes occur in water. Not only does water produce perspiration, which helps regulate body temperature and remove wastes, but [...]

Scent from Above

Scent from Above

Smell is the first of the five senses that develops and is directly linked to the emotional part of the brain, allowing scents to trigger happy memories. Because of the way the brain processes smell, different scents can have a direct impact on mood. While lavender is well known for being a soothing agent, other [...]

Improve your grade!

Improve your grade!

Trying hard to boost your grades, but seem to fall short every time? Don’t give up. Besides studying, being attentive and actively participating in class, here are some tips on what you can do to improve your grades:
Set up a Personal Meeting
Show that you really are concerned about how well you’re doing in your subjects. [...]

Go Organic!

Go Organic!

Trying to get a nutritional and well-balanced diet? It never was easy and was made even more complicated seven years ago with the introduction of organic foods. So what now? Not only do we have to stock up on those obligatory fruits and veggies, but we also have to worry about the potentially harmful chemicals [...]

Stress-buster in an Orange?

Stress-buster in an Orange?

Got a major test (or two) coming up? Having some family issues? Trying to think of something to write for AFmag? Well have no fear…Vitamin C is here to act as a quick fix for your stress issues.
Known for the abundance of health benefits that it provides (it builds resistance to infection, fights against aging, [...]