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Yoga Journal and Naropa University Announce the Life in Balance Series

Posted by Manifest College Magazine | Apr 30, 2015 |

Yoga Journal (www.yogajournal.com) and Naropa University (www.naropa.edu) announce the launch of “Life in Balance,” a traveling symposium with leading visionaries on how yoga and mindfulness are transforming the world. The “Life in Balance” series is a continuation of Naropa University’s Radical Compassion Symposium, and will take place at Yoga Journal LIVE! Events across the country. On April 24th the “Life in Balance” series, “Being Present: How Mindfulness is Shaping Modern Society,” which took place at the New York Hilton in New York City brought together panelists includeing Gopi Kallayil, Chief Evangelist for Brand Marketing at Google George Mumford, sports...

Bloomberg Plans a Ban on Large Sugared Drinks – NYTimes.com

Posted by Manifest College Magazine | Jun 4, 2012 |

As reported in the New York Times, Mayor Michael Bloomberg is set to wage war against sugary beverages in New York City with a ban the sale of sodas and other sugary drinks larger than 16 ounces at restaurants, movie theaters and street carts. The ban would exclude beverages sold in grocery stores and convenience stores. “Obesity is a nationwide problem, and all over the United States, public health officials are wringing their hands saying, ‘Oh, this is terrible,’ ” Mr. Bloomberg said in an interview on Wednesday in City Hall’s sprawling Governor’s Room. “New York City is not about wringing your hands;...

Tips To Stay Healthy & Fit

Posted by Manifest College Magazine | May 22, 2012 |

Health does not always take its proper place on a college student’s list of priorities. Parties, exams, term papers and the whirlwind of the college experience can keep a student pretty busy. The good news is staying healthy on campus is really not that challenging. Here are few tips: 1. Checkout the Campus Health Center Many campuses have health centers that provide students with basic services as part of tuition. If it is available on your campus. Take advantage of this great resource. 2. Eat Breakfast Start your day off right with a good meal...