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Health not only about weight

Dr. D, Everyone is talking about obesity these days. My roommate is telling me to count calories, others tell me carbohydrates are bad, some say to restrict fat and others just say I should eat what I want! I am having trouble sorting it out.

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In the know: How to do a push-up

Push-ups work your biceps, triceps, chest, shoulder and abdomen muscles. It’s important to concentrate on your form, or pulled muscles or injuries could ensue.

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World of wild

Pets can make even the loneliest college years a little brighter. Here is everything you need to keep your pet happy and healthy.

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Freshmen fifteen Q's

College is a whole new world for many freshmen traveling campus for the first time. The State News sat down with one of these brave explorers to get a glimpse, in 15 questions or less, at a new face at MSU and a perspective on his new frontier.

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Pet project

Alejandro is a social creature. At one and a half years old, he can already say his name and age. He makes sure to greet passers-by with a polite nod of his head. Not too shabby for a Hyacinth macaw.

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Beyond expiration

For Natalie Bainter, drinking milk a day or two past the expiration date is no big deal. The English junior says saving food and money trumps the risk of getting sick. “It runs in my family,” Bainter said. “My parents didn’t really believe in wasting, and it saved us a lot of money. It’s not like we ate rotten food.”

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Transitioning to college life can be hard

“I know I am 18 years old and I hate to admit it, but I already really miss my family and home. I have been trying to deal with it, but I am embarrassed and it seems that no one wants to hear it. I just wanted somebody to listen.”

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New restaurant aims to show Spartan spirit, attract MSU coaches

Former MSU men’s basketball player Scott Skiles’ Big Ten Player of the Year trophy. An authentic Duffy Daugherty Memorial Award. A signed Magic Johnson jersey. This classic memorabilia can’t be found on campus, but these local relics — along with a wide selection from many MSU varsity sports — can now be found at the Spartan Hall of Fame Cafe, 1601 Lake Lansing Road.

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Freshmen fifteen Q's

College is a whole new world for many freshmen traveling campus for the first time. The State News sat down with one of these brave explorers to get a glimpse, in 15 questions or less, at a new face on campus and their perspective on their new frontier.