VALLEY Tries It: Collagen Coffee
Dependency presents itself in many ways. For most of us collegiates, dependency takes the form of our morning cup of coffee. Our coffee revives us…
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Unleashing The Artist Within
As states ease quarantine restrictions, some are still not back into the normal swing of things and have been getting antsy as the day it…
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VALLEY Tries It: Whipped Coffee
If you’re not living under a rock, you’ve most likely downloaded TikTok by now, which means that you’ve definitely seen the latest whipped coffee trend….
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Bring on The Caffeine, Hold The Calories
We all love Starbucks — it can sometimes even seem like a necessity to get through a long day of classes. But what not everybody realizes is that your favorite order could be racking up hundreds of calories, sometimes even enough to almost be a full meal.
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Have Bad Breath? Here’s Why and How to Fix It
Everyone knows what it’s like to have bad breath, and of course, no one wants it. No matter who you are or what your oral hygiene is, everyone suffers from it at least occasionally.
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Smoothie Bowls Strike Again – Frutta Bowls Edition
Another week, another smoothie bowl shop. A new smoothie shop has opened up in downtown State College, and Penn State students are all for it. Frutta Bowls, a “superfood cafe,” had its grand opening on Saturday, March 23.
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Spilling the Tea on Health Drinks
We can all probably agree that a can of sugary soda or a bottle of sweet tea isn’t the healthiest thing for your body. However, can…
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THON 2019: Essential Things to Bring for Spectators
THON 2019 is in full swing. Forty-six hours in the Bryce Jordan Center with no sitting and no sleeping, all for the kids. The thought…
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Catching More Z’s: Creating a College Sleep Routine
It can be far too easy to slump into bed after a long day of classes and tell yourself that you will figure out everything when you morning. Sound familiar? College students everywhere struggle to create a relaxing pre-bedtime routine that can set them up for success.
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Abba Java: Home Away from Home
It’s no secret that coffee is often the main culprit of broke college students’ empty wallets. Five dollar iced coffees add up way quicker than most people expect. Luckily for Penn Staters, Abba Java, a downtown State College coffee house, knows this.
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Brunchin’ in Happy Valley
The morning after a night out in downtown State College often makes students want to carb load on breakfast just to get through the day….
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Spiced for the Season: Fall Espresso Recipes
As the temperature drops and the leaves begin to change, fall in State College is starting to leave most students craving a warm, autumnal spiced…
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The Hottest Coffee Spots in State College
No matter how long you’ve been a Penn State student or State College resident, there are always hidden gems that can be discovered. Although some…
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Living the Lactose-Free Life
Growing up, we were often taught that drinking a glass of milk every day is the key to having strong bones and living a healthy…
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Starbuck’s Violet Roasted Sweet Potato Latte
Aside from their cold brews and espresso shots, Starbucks is known for creating unique, iconic and sometimes irresistibly Instagramable drinks. In the past, they’ve turned…
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The Early Bird Special
In a world of late-night study sessions, club meetings and constant social opportunities, waking up in time just for class is often a struggle for…
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Skinny Sippin’: Healthy Wake Up Smoothies
Is it starting to get hard getting up in the morning? We are getting in sync with our daily routines, but leaving bed is feeling…
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Goodbye Blue Chip, Hello Saxbys
Calling all coffee fanatics on campus: the Philadelphia-based coffee and hospitality company, Saxbys, has opened in the Business Building and it is definitely worth checking out….
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Not So Sweet: Avoiding the Dangers of Artificial Sweeteners
You exercise regularly, eat healthy and stay hydrated, but your morning coffee run or even the almond milk in your cereal can be sabotaging all…
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Your Morning Cup of Coffee With a Shot of Kindheartedness
The month of April brings the beginning of so many things in State College: the trees start to blossom, it rains (or snows) almost every…
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