Written by UConn Dietetics Student Natalie Ranelli As the weather gets colder, its finally time to head inside and turn on the stove again! Nothing seems better on a crisp autumn day then a bowl of warm delicious soup. You can make up your own recipe or follow one from your favorite recipe book or […]
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Diving into Israeli Cuisine!
Article by Kate Walder, UConn Coordinated Program Dietetics Student Interested in cultural cooking? Let’s explore what has influenced Israeli food culture, typical ingredients and meals, and the many health benefits of eating Israeli-style. To top it off, recipes are included so you can make some Israeli staples from your own kitchen! Israel’s culinary tradition has […]
Don’t Let the Flu Season Catch You Off Guard– Healthy Eating to Boost Your Immune System
Written by UConn Dietetics Student Jessica Tucker Now more than ever, it is important for your immune system to stay in tip top shape with flu season upon us. One of the best ways to stay healthy is to eat a diet filled with fruits, veggies and whole grains! Good nutrition is essential for a […]
Healthy, Economical Breakfast Tips!
Written by UConn Dietetics Student Elizabeth White You’ve seen it all over Instagram or in magazines: vibrant fruit and vegetable bowls lined with bananas, sprinkled with pumpkin seeds, topped with granola- you name it. I’ve seen it too, and I am over it. Social media has made us think that we totally need to buy […]
What is Intuitive Eating? What is Mindful Eating?
Written by UConn Dietetics Student Ben Giroux You have all heard the phrase, “trust your gut”. While this is a figure of speech, it can also be a general description of intuitive eating. When eating intuitively, you eat based on when your body tells you it is hungry and when it is full. A growling, […]
Cholesterol Education with the UConn Dietetics Program
Written by UConn Dietetics student Madeline Fulton 93 million U.S. adults age 20 or older have total cholesterol levels higher than 200 mg/dL. Nearly 29 million adult Americans have total cholesterol levels higher than 240 mg/dL.1 Too much cholesterol circulating in your blood can put you at risk for developing heart disease and stroke. What […]
What to Eat (and Drink) Before, During, and After Exercise
Article by Mackenzie Lane, UConn Dietetics Student Do you ever stop to think about taking a bite of a granola bar before your morning jog? Or force yourself to skip a mid-hike snack so you can feast at the next meal? Or think post-workout meals will make you gain weight? No need to look any further […]