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What Is a Bodega? Inside New York City's Amazing Convenience Store Culture Written by Arden Yum on January 20, 2022.   If you’re new to NYC, you might be wondering, “What’s a bodega?” Bodegas are colorful, casual convenience stores that populate over 13,000 of New York City’s street corners across all five boroughs.   Every bodega is a unique combination of grocery, deli, cafe, and drugstore that makes up a larger network of small shops that are often family owned and operated. Most bodegas are open 24/7, so you can easily pop in for a late-night energy boost or a snack to...

Why Do I Have No Energy? Research and 5 Tips  Do you find yourself feeling tired, lethargic, or achy despite getting a full night’s sleep? Is it hard for you to stay awake past a certain hour? You’re not alone. Here are five potential reasons that explain why you’re fatigued, and tips on how to boost your energy levels in healthy and effective ways. 1) You’re not getting enough exercise It seems counterintuitive — physical exertion should make you more tired — but research shows that exercising can actually reduce fatigue. Exercise raises energy-promoting neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin in...