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The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White

Toasted pumpkin seeds perfect fall snack

Kendal Beahm October 22, 2012

Halloween is right around the corner and just because you are in college doesn’t mean you need to put away your pumpkin carving gear. My favorite part of carving pumpkins is being able to roast the seeds...

Weeks leading to Halloween give students chance to create original, spooky snacks

Sophia Jones October 15, 2012

‘Tis the season to be spooky. Halloween offers a plethora of festive desserts, finger foods and drinks that are easy and inexpensive to make and definitely worth trying. During the Halloween season,...

Chocolate’s myths, facts revealed

Kendal Beahm October 8, 2012

While many students may attempt to stray away from chocolate for various reasons and myths, this sweet treat is actually good for your body and skin, albeit in small amounts. It can be difficult deciphering...

Excess coffee drinking could lead to adult vision loss

Tricia Vaughan October 8, 2012

University of Alabama students hitting up the new Starbucks in the Ferguson Center for a caffeine kick to get through midterms may want to think twice before taking a sip of java. Researchers at Harvard...

Cooler weather ushers in opportunity for healthy, delicious fall food options

Sophia Jones October 2, 2012

The weather’s getting cooler, meaning it’s time to heat your kitchen up with the seasonal foods of fall. Because of the weather and the holidays, it is often harder for many students to get outdoors...

Gluten-free diet beneficial for possible weight loss, long-term health

Tricia Vaughan September 24, 2012

The latest gluten-free diet craze, intended for individuals diagnosed with Celiac disease and gluten allergies, is receiving praise for its weight loss and health benefits from celebrities and everyday...

Recipes that cut time, not flavor

Kendal Beahm September 24, 2012

Fall semester is in full swing and time, for many students, is limited. So when you’re low on time but craving food that’s better than average, here are some easy recipes that all take less than 20...

Tuscaloosa tailgating a league of its own

Lauren Ferguson September 20, 2012

Tailgating is one of the most anticipated events on Gameday weekends. Each home game brings a heightened energy to campus, and along with it, an Alabama tradition. For many schools, tailgating is just...

Grilled favorites, chips, dips, wings produce successful tailgating

Sophia Jones September 17, 2012

The fall brings football with it, and Saturdays in the fall are particularly special in the South. Tailgating is part of the tradition, and every home gameday of the season, the smell of hamburgers and...

Popular restaurant offers coffee shop during the day

Popular restaurant offers coffee shop during the day

Mary Kathryn Patterson September 12, 2012

The popular downtown restaurant, Five, now offers students and patrons a different atmosphere from the night time hot spot in the form of a coffee shop café. Five Java serves fresh juices, smoothies,...

Study finds little difference between organic, conventional

Tricia Vaughan September 12, 2012

When comparing organic food to conventional food, some would think organic is the more nutritious and healthier of the two options; however, a recent study from Stanford University defends the contrary....

New app offers easier way to plan meals

Kendal Beahm September 10, 2012

With football season in full swing, now is the time to save up money for those long game day weekends and away game trips, and one of the best ways to save time and cash is by making grocery lists and...