HEALTH: ARKANSAS RANKS LOWEST FOR TEENAGE WELLNESS

Arecent data analysis of teenage health across the U.S. found that Arkansas has the least healthiest teenagers.

On average, Arkansan teenagers consume much less fruits and vegetables and more soda than other teenagers across the country.

Furthermore, Arkansas ranks second for teen obesity, which is generally defined as having a body mass index (BMI) over 30.

In addition to Arkansas, several other southern states, including Texas and Louisiana, rank low in teenage health while western states tend to rank higher.

These findings underscore the importance of health education and promotion in Arkansas schools.

Poor adolescent health is associated with poor academic performance and even increased biological aging. Indeed, the health habits (or lack thereof) that one develops during adolescence can carry on into adulthood and have long-term effects.

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GRAMMY’S 2023

The annual Grammy awards were held on Sunday, Feb. 5. For years they have been recognized as the most prestigious award show a musical artist can attend, and are known as “music’s biggest night.”

After years of constant criticism over who won what award, this year was no different. Whose big night was it?

Top names in the industry like Bad Bunny, Beyoncé, Adele, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Lizzo and more were all nominated for special categories.

There is not doubt that each artist had a great year in music during 2022. Bad Bunny was named the most streamed artist and had the top album of 2022, with 4.2 billion streams and 3.4 million album consumptions according to Forbes.

With this knowledge it’s hard to believe the latino superstar only won one out of three categories he was nominated in.

The one he took home was for “Musica Urbana Album” for his album “Un Verano Sin Ti.” He lost his nomination for Pop Solo Performance and Album of the Year.

Beyoncé also lost her nomination for Album of the Year, which is another head scratcher.

Her album Renaissance was a game changer in the music habits to develop during adolescence are eating a healthy diet, getting adequate sleep and exercising regularly. Adopting these behaviors during adolescence and maintaining them can reduce the risk of several diseases like heart disease, diabetes and obesity. What health habits should teenagers adopt to improve their health?

First, teenagers should try to consume more fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins and cut out unnecessary sugar and processed industry, bringing back the vintage disco and house music that the black queer community created. It is a feel good album that makes you want to go out and dance.

Beyoncé had kept the BeyHive waiting since 2016 for her next album and Renaissance did not disappoint. Beyoncé has since announced the tour and tickets are in high demand.

Beyoncé didn’t win Album of the Year, but she did break the record for the most Grammy awardwinning artist in history, holding 32 Grammys total.

Another Grammy record breaker, Adele, didn’t collect all of her nominations like she is used to.

Adele won one out of the seven major categories she was foods. It’s also important to not skip breakfast.

Second, teenagers should aim for at least one hour of physical exercise daily.

As we get older and our responsibilities increase, it can be difficult to find time to exercise, so adopting this habit early on can help set a foundation for a physically active and healthy adulthood. Finally, teenagers should try for at least eight hours of sleep every night.

The benefits of these health nominated for, only taking home a Grammy for Pop Solo Performance for her EasyonMe

In the past, Adele is no stranger to sweeping most categories she has been nominated for.

Taylor Swift also only won one nomination out of the four she was in, being Music Video for the 10 minute version and short film of AllTooWell.

The four major categories in the Grammys are Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist.

Record of the Year went to Lizzo for her hit song About DamnTime Song of the Year went to Bonnie Raitt for JustLikeThat

This specific win had social media questioning the Grammys behaviors do not just apply to teenagers. Anyone at any age can benefit from adopting healthier habits.

Incorporating these habits can be difficult, especially those that require significant lifestyle changes.

To make it easier, start small, make little changes and celebrate your minor victories. These small changes will add up to yield a much healthier and happier life.

BY AHAD NADEEM

judgment because of the big hit songs Bonnie won against, and Just Like That having little success compared to the other nominees. Another controversy out of an award category was the Album of the Year making Harry Styles win for his chart topping album Harry’s House.

Even though the album made numbers on the charts, many believed other albums deserved the award like Bad Bunny, Beyonce or Adele for their albums. The Best New Artist award went to Samara Joy. Samara also took the award for Jazz Vocal Album.

BY JOE SANTANA