For decades, the school lunches in the United States have been falling far short in terms of their nutritional value for children. In fact, in many cases they seem to be doing more harm than good, outside of providing calories. This is just the problem: For many children in America, their school lunch is their...

Julie Hambleton
Freelance Writer
Julie Hambleton has a BSc in Food and Nutrition from the Western University, Canada, is a former certified personal trainer and a competitive runner. Julie loves food, culture, and health, and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others make positive changes and live healthier lives.
The popularity of synthetic hair extensions and other synthetic hair products among black women has been a longstanding trend. These products provide these women with a chic and low-maintenance way to wear their hair. However, recent research has shown that the synthetic hair marketed toward and subsequently used by black women may actually be giving...
Have you been watching Meghan Sussex’s new cooking show on Netflix? Not sure who I am talking about? That’s probably because you are not used to hearing her name like that. Meghan Sussex is, after all, Meghan Markle’s new name. That’s right: The Duchess of Sussex has officially changed her last name. She let show...
All we’ve been hearing about in the news since President Trump came into office are about his tariffs that he is implementing on Canada, Mexico, and China. These tariffs have been highly controversial, considering Canada and Mexico are America’s top trading partners. China, as well, supplies a staggering amount of goods to the United States....
Sharks have been the main ‘villain’ in books, television, and movies for a long time. After all, the apex predators are easy to pin down as ‘evil, blood-thirsty animals’. In reality, sharks are just regular animals following their natural instincts. In most cases, if left alone, sharks don’t pose a real threat to humans. When...
Humans have been fascinated by dreams since the. Beginning of human history. Dreams have always been a mysterious realm of the subconscious, offering glimpses into our innermost thoughts and fears. From the fun and lighthearted to the heart-pounding and terrifying, dreams are intriguing and make us question the power of the subconscious. On the flip...
Are you a travel lover and travel out of country several times each year? Is your favorite saying catch flights, not feelings, and your Instagram bio proudly states the number of countries you’ve visited (and counting!)? Then, chances are, you’ve got a pretty strong passport. Are you the proud holder of the world’s strongest passport,...
Sammy Teusch was a bright and loving 10-year-old boy who loved soccer, fishing, and robots. Sadly, he is now also the young boy who tragically took his own life after suffering years of relentless bullying. His heart-wrenching story sheds light on the devastating impact of bullying on children and emphasizes the urgent need for change...
Spina Bifida – when the spine does not fuse together properly and is left in two parts – is the most common birth defect in the United States. There is no known cause, and there is also no cure. In 2018, this two-year-old with the condition melted the internet’s hearts with a video of himself...
Siblings are meant to grow up side-by-side. They’ll fight, they’ll have their own groups of friends and eventually families, but at the end of the day, they will be best friends. Siblings will be there to support each other when their parents are no longer on earth. That’s what made this heartbreaking story of a...
Luna Tavares-Fenner from Florida became famous on Instagram for her Batman birthmark. Thanks to her mother sharing her story, she has now finally begun the process of having it removed. Just wait until you see what the now two-year-old looks like without it! The Little Girl Born With The Batman Birthmark When Carol Fenner was...
Soon-to-be-parents always hope for the best for their unborn child. Generally, they expect that their precious bundle of joy will be born with a full set of arms and legs. Finding out that this will not be the case is devastating news. This is even more challenging if you are a teen mom in an...