Nutrition
Ultra-Processed Foods (UPF): What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Live With Them
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes, 45 seconds College life can be busy, sometimes chaotic, and frequently on the go. Snacks, convenience, and prepared foods often make the difference between fueled and focused versus hangry and distracted. Some of our favorite...
Smart Eats: A 7-step guide to good college nutrition
Estimated time read: 4 minutes Heading back to college means balancing academics, social life, and personal well-being. Amidst all the hustle, maintaining a healthy diet often takes a backseat. But fear not! With a few simple tips and tricks, you...
Clean Eating Debunked: Fact vs. Fiction
Estimated time read: 3 minutes Clean eating has become a buzzword in the health and wellness industry. Social media platforms are littered with posts promoting it as the ultimate solution to weight loss, disease prevention, and a healthy lifestyle. But...
Beyond the Table: Savoring Sustainability
Estimated time read: 3 minutes, 43 seconds Every March is National Nutrition Month; 2024 is themed “Beyond the Table,” let’s explore this! How does sustainability relate to the food we eat and how do our food choices impact the world...
Energy Drinks: Sip it or Skip it?
Estimated time read: 3 minutes, 30 seconds In a world where Monday mornings feel like marathons and afternoon slumps have you contemplating a Marston nap, energy drinks are the fastest-growing beverage category in units and dollars. These beverages contain caffeine,...
The Truth About Probiotics and Prebiotics
Estimated time read: 2 minutes, 50 seconds You’ve heard the buzz about probiotics - Do you know about probiotics' close cousins: prebiotics and synbiotics? In this blog post, we will explore these three functional foods and supplements and how they...
What are your protein needs?
Estimated Read Time: 2 minutes and 30 seconds In the past few years, the importance and quantity of protein in the diet has been debated. Read on to learn more. Functions of protein While we often relegate dietary protein to...
The Relationship Between Body Image and Wellbeing
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes 43 seconds Body image is a mental representation that describes what we believe, think, and feel about our body, and the behaviors dictated by those beliefs. Body image is not stagnant and lives on a...
3rd Party Certification
Estimated Read Time: 2 minutes 45 seconds Almost all of us have been exposed to supplements: Protein powder, pre-workout, creatine, or multivitamins. 3rd party certification is an important tool for consumers to ensure the safety and accuracy of their products....
Food Allergies and Intolerances
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes 40 seconds According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, over 100 million people suffer from various types of allergies each year. The month of May serves as Allergy Awareness Month, which includes...
