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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/romanticizing-your-summer/feed/ 0 10 Easy and Refreshing Summer Recipes You’ll Want on Repeat! https://youthareawesome.com/10-easy-and-refreshing-summer-recipes-youll-want-on-repeat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-easy-and-refreshing-summer-recipes-youll-want-on-repeat https://youthareawesome.com/10-easy-and-refreshing-summer-recipes-youll-want-on-repeat/#respond Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:49:40 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117158 Summer is all about keeping things simple, light, and deliciously refreshing. Whether you’re planning a picnic, lounging by the pool, or just avoiding the stove on a hot day, these recipes are here to make summer cooking a breeze. Here are 10 easy and refreshing recipes that you’ll be making again and again, no sweat […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/10-easy-and-refreshing-summer-recipes-youll-want-on-repeat/feed/ 0 The Miracle of Honey https://youthareawesome.com/the-miracle-of-honey/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-miracle-of-honey https://youthareawesome.com/the-miracle-of-honey/#respond Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:47:18 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114280 Nature’s Liquid Gold Did you know honey can be stored for eternity? There’s so much more to honey than its sweet taste. Many institutions recognize honey for its amazing health benefits and versatility, from relieving sore throats to mending surgical wounds. This seemingly innocent food has taken the medical and dieting communities by storm. From […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/the-miracle-of-honey/feed/ 0 Agricultural Technologies https://youthareawesome.com/agricultural-technologies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=agricultural-technologies Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:58:52 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116587 Growing crops in a modern way Since the agricultural revolution that took place more than 12,000 years ago, agriculture has been a vital part of society. Throughout the centuries and millennia that followed, the practice of agriculture has gone through significant transformations. Many ancient civilizations, such as the Inca Empire in South America, used advanced […]

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]]> Behind the Breakfast Table: How Cereal Boxes Are Made https://youthareawesome.com/behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made https://youthareawesome.com/behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:27:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116198 Ever wondered about the story behind the colorful cereal boxes lining supermarket shelves? These packages do more than hold your favorite breakfast—they’re a blend of science, art, and engineering. Here’s how they come to life: The Design Stage The journey starts with creativity. Designers craft eye-catching graphics, using bold colors, fun mascots, and nutritional information […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/behind-the-breakfast-table-how-cereal-boxes-are-made/feed/ 1 Are Ultra-Processed Foods Addictive? https://youthareawesome.com/are-ultra-processed-foods-addictive/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-ultra-processed-foods-addictive Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:35:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115829 In recent years, ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become a staple in many diets worldwide. Manufacturers engineer these highly refined products for convenience, taste, and long shelf life. However a rising body of research suggests that ultra-processed foods might not just be unhealthy—they may also have addictive qualities that can make them difficult to resist. So, […]

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]]> Recognizing the Importance Of Family Day: Three Ways to Celebrate It https://youthareawesome.com/recognizing-the-importance-of-family-day-three-ways-to-celebrate-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recognizing-the-importance-of-family-day-three-ways-to-celebrate-it Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:57:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115416 First of all, what is Family Day? Family Day was a day created to emphasize the importance of family and give people a break to allow them to spend quality time with their family. It was created in Alberta, Canada by Premier Don Getty 1990. Due to charges placed on his son for posessing drugs, […]

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]]> Taste The Rainbow: How Colours Influence What We Eat https://youthareawesome.com/taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat https://youthareawesome.com/taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat/#comments Sun, 05 Jan 2025 22:33:29 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114574 When we walk down the grocery aisle, we are often drawn to brightly coloured packaging that promises of freshness and flavour. These food packaging colours aren’t just for aesthetics, they play a crucial role in shaping our choices, influencing our perceptions of taste, and can even affect how hungry we feel. From the vibrant reds […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/taste-the-rainbow-how-colours-influence-what-we-eat/feed/ 3 Beautiful Banana Bread https://youthareawesome.com/beautiful-banana-bread/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beautiful-banana-bread Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:03:23 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113611 Have you tried banana bread before? If you haven’t – What. Are. You. Doing? delicacy ranks very highly amongst the list of my most favourite sweet treats. And on top of tasting so good, it’s somewhat healthy too! Today, I’m going to give you a quick and easy recipe for making some superb tasting banana […]

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]]> Firecracker Chicken: How to Cook This Classical Chinese Cuisine? https://youthareawesome.com/firecracker-chicken-how-to-cook-this-classical-chinese-cuisine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=firecracker-chicken-how-to-cook-this-classical-chinese-cuisine Thu, 03 Oct 2024 18:56:55 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113152 Firecracker Chicken: How to Cook This Classical Chinese Cuisine? For some spicy relief from one’s busy schedule of work or school, consider some classical Chinese Sichuanese cuisine. Just like the descriptive nature of its name, Firecracker Chicken (known as Laziji) is perfect for some sharp and satisfying hotness. Vibrant in colour and rich in taste, […]

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]]> Noteworthy Instant Noodles: A Poem https://youthareawesome.com/noteworthy-instant-noodles-a-poem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=noteworthy-instant-noodles-a-poem Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:13:50 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113109 My fingernails claw through the cover, gripping to reach the goodness hidden inside I’m granted with a slight tear, making my face gleam with a mix of satisfaction and pride Crumbs and debris fall on the counter,  venturing away from the group to become astray But why should I worry about such a mess, when […]

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]]> What In the World is Obesity? https://youthareawesome.com/what-in-the-world-is-obesity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-in-the-world-is-obesity Tue, 13 Aug 2024 15:37:07 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113047 What is Obesity: The World Health Organization (WHO) defines the concept of obesity as having “excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health.” In simpler terms, it means that a person has high fat content in their body which significantly increases the risks for diseases and conditions. BMI: In order to detect obesity, along […]

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]]> Turn Waste into Something Tasty: Recipes for the Top 5 Wasted Foods https://youthareawesome.com/turn-waste-into-something-tasty-recipes-for-the-top-5-wasted-foods/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=turn-waste-into-something-tasty-recipes-for-the-top-5-wasted-foods Sat, 25 May 2024 02:24:46 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112531 When I was younger, I had always wondered why world hunger was an issue. In the booming age of technology, why were we unable to serve a universal basic need to the world?  The jarring reality that “17 percent of the total food production is wasted in households” had been so cruelly juxtaposed by the […]

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]]> Top 5 Indian Dishes to Try https://youthareawesome.com/top-5-indian-dishes-to-try/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-5-indian-dishes-to-try Tue, 21 May 2024 15:29:25 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112543 Throughout the years, Indian cuisine has a reputation for being spicy yet flavorful, and has been loved by many. As a lover of Indian food myself, here is a list of my top 5 picks of Indian dishes to try! 1. Samosa The beginners classic. A samosa. It is a triangular shaped pastry that is […]

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]]> The Brilliant Beach Bonanza https://youthareawesome.com/the-brilliant-beach-bonanza/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-brilliant-beach-bonanza Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:34:24 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112039 The sun is pinned up high in the sky  Sharing its illuminating light rays with my eyes The feeling of warmth grows from my head to my toes As the anticipation sprouts from deep down below and grows Sprinting through the grainy sand Feeling it stuck between your toes And diving for a volleyball  while […]

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]]> Easy and Delicious Everyday Recipes https://youthareawesome.com/recipes-for-beginners/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recipes-for-beginners Fri, 01 Dec 2023 14:37:37 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110717 Lifestyle. Lifestyle. Lifestyle. We can change and buy all the skin care products we want, but some of us often neglect how important diet is for our skin and health! Although it may not solve skin issues like acne, it may help. But, either way, if we discipline ourselves by taking baby steps to make […]

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]]> Celiac Disease and Dieting https://youthareawesome.com/celiac-disease-and-dieting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celiac-disease-and-dieting Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:10:32 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110194 Diets have a major impact on all of our lives. From eating disorders to allergies and diseases, someone’s advice or ‘tips’ can have a major impact on how our physical and mental health looks on a day-to-day basis. However, not every tip you see on social media works for your body, and some ‘tips’ (eg. […]

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]]> 5 bubble tea places in Calgary that you should try! https://youthareawesome.com/5-bubble-tea-places-in-calgary-that-you-should-try/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-bubble-tea-places-in-calgary-that-you-should-try Sat, 16 Jul 2022 22:38:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108993 I love bubble tea (or boba, whatever you want to call it!), and now that it’s summer, bubble tea makes a perfect treat to beat the heat! Bubble tea originated in Taiwan during the 1980s, and now bubble tea is a sought after drink internationally! I love bubble tea as it makes me reminiscent of […]

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]]> Ice Cream Spots in Calgary That You Need To Try! https://youthareawesome.com/ice-cream-spots-in-calgary-that-you-need-to-try/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ice-cream-spots-in-calgary-that-you-need-to-try Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:11:06 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108884 With school being out for summer, the warm weather has influenced me to leave my house and not play video games all day. I’ve finally had the time to explore around the city and find more food places that every Calgarian should try! Now that it’s summer, an excellent way to beat the heat is […]

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]]> The Best Vegan Caesar Salad Dressing https://youthareawesome.com/the-best-vegan-caesar-salad-dressing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-best-vegan-caesar-salad-dressing Wed, 01 Jun 2022 03:42:03 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108570 These days, Veganism and vegan foods have been on the rise as people take into account being responsible for the planet. Although I am not vegan myself, I usually try to avoid dairy as I have trouble digesting it. Because of this, I have explored many different alternative vegan dairy options, and have incorporated many […]

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]]> My Top 5 Favorite Restaurants in Calgary https://youthareawesome.com/my-top-5-favorite-restaurants-in-calgary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-top-5-favorite-restaurants-in-calgary Sat, 28 May 2022 02:51:58 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108243 Over the years, I have begun discovering foods that excite me. As a result, I have tried numerous restaurants throughout Calgary. However, while I enjoy experimenting, I often visit the same 5-10 restaurants repeatedly. In today’s blog, I compiled a list of my top 5 favorite restaurants within Calgary. 1. Pure Modern Asian Kitchen & […]

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]]> Refreshing Smoothies to Stay Healthy During Summertime https://youthareawesome.com/refreshing-smoothies-to-stay-healthy-during-summertime/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=refreshing-smoothies-to-stay-healthy-during-summertime Sat, 21 May 2022 21:26:55 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108443 It’s summertime, and the best way to celebrate is with chill and refreshing smoothies. Not only are they a healthy alternative to sugary drinks, but they are full of delicious fruits and vegetables that are sure to make your mouth water. Here are some of my favourite smoothie recipes: 1. Blueberry Delight (1-2 Servings) 1 […]

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]]> Four Breakfast Spots in Calgary You Should Try https://youthareawesome.com/four-breakfast-spots-in-calgary-you-should-try/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=four-breakfast-spots-in-calgary-you-should-try Mon, 25 Apr 2022 03:57:12 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108111 Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it replenishes lost nutrients in our bodies and helps restore energy. Since the majority of my blog posts on Youth Are Awesome consist of me writing about local restaurants in Calgary that every Calgarian should try, here is a list of four local breakfast spots […]

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]]> Aesthetic Cafés Everyone Should Try in Calgary https://youthareawesome.com/aesthetic-cafes-everyone-should-try-in-calgary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aesthetic-cafes-everyone-should-try-in-calgary Sat, 23 Apr 2022 01:41:25 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108042 From my own experiences, I think I can confidently say that going to exciting new cafés in the city is one of my favorite ways to spend my time with friends and families. Not only are cafés a great place to hang out and study, but they also have unique menu options. At the same […]

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]]> Potato Soup: a family favourite https://youthareawesome.com/potato-soup-a-family-favourite/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=potato-soup-a-family-favourite Fri, 25 Mar 2022 17:50:49 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=107385 During the winter months, I’m pretty sure everyone craves a warm bowl of soup sometimes. Vegetable soups have a special place in my heart, especially potato and tomato soup. Today, I’ll be sharing one of my family’s favourite potato soup recipes that we make without fail almost every winter. There are quite a few ingredients, […]

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]]> A Mouthwatering Delicacy: Pizza Bread https://youthareawesome.com/a-mouthwatering-delicacy-pizza-bread/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-mouthwatering-delicacy-pizza-bread Fri, 18 Mar 2022 04:52:50 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=107408 Crunch! As your friend chews on the slightly burnt part of her bread, she slowly yanks the smooth cheese. She eats her bread so seamlessly. Meanwhile, you have yet to finish the same salad that you pack for school almost every day. But change is always fun, and maybe it’s time that you treat your […]

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]]> Keto: Good or Bad? https://youthareawesome.com/keto-good-or-bad/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=keto-good-or-bad Sat, 29 Jan 2022 06:17:10 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=105826 Keto has its effects, it could cause low blood pressure, constipation, kidney stones, and more. Some doctors wouldn’t recommend keto to patients because it is not sustainable nor is it realistic. So, what do we really know about Keto? How did people feel after trying it? And would they do it again? Top Tip!   […]

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]]> Homemade Cinnamon Rolls https://youthareawesome.com/homemade-cinnamon-rolls/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=homemade-cinnamon-rolls Tue, 28 Dec 2021 23:42:02 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=105361 Like every family during the holidays, my family has certain traditions that make the holidays feel complete! One of these traditions is baking cinnamon rolls while watching holiday movies. As a result, I have practiced and developed my cinnamon roll making skills over several years. Today, I want to share this recipe with you so […]

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]]> Homemade Gingerbread Latte https://youthareawesome.com/homemade-gingerbread-latte/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=homemade-gingerbread-latte Tue, 21 Dec 2021 23:12:41 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=105143 With Christmas fast approaching, it’s important to get into holiday spirit. What better way than to warm up by the fireplace with a cozy, steaming mug of gingerbread latte? Gingerbread latte is a classic Christmas time favourite, and for good reason too. The perfect blend of sweet and spicy– what could you want more? Well, […]

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]]> How To Make Edible Cookie Dough https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-make-edible-cookie-dough/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-make-edible-cookie-dough Sun, 28 Nov 2021 23:26:50 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=104989 Time taken to write post: 40 minutes If you’ve ever wanted to try cookie dough but hesitated because of the possible risks involved, here’s your solution! Try out this recipe for 4 portions! Ingredients: 2 Cups of flour 1 Cup of brown sugar 1 Cup of softened butter 2 Tablespoons of milk 1 Teaspoon of […]

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