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Late-Night Healthy Snacks to Fuel Finals Week: Nutritionist Picks
Finals week can be an incredibly stressful time. Between last-minute projects, end-of-semester assignments, and all-night study sessions, many students allow their nutrition to fall by the wayside. But did you know that a healthy diet can help reduce stress, while also boosting focus, concentration, and memory?
Pre-College Preparation: 6 Proven Activities for Academic and Mental Readiness
Are you counting down the days until you begin your college journey? As a high school senior, you are likely experiencing a mix of excitement and uncertainty about what lies ahead. Transitioning from high school to college is a significant milestone, and making the most of your remaining time before your first year of college can set you up for success academically and mentally.
Top Tips for Staying Healthy and Stress-Free in College
Let’s be real: college life can feel like a constant juggling act. Between late-night study sessions, back-to-back classes, and trying to have a social life, taking care of yourself might not always make it to the top of your to-do list. But here’s the thing—if you’re running on empty, everything else gets harder.
Maintaining a Plant-Based Diet on Campus: Tips from a Registered Dietitian
Plant-based diets are popular on college campuses for their health and environmental benefits. But sticking to a plant-based diet while living on campus can be tricky, with limited kitchen access, storage space, and budget concerns. Here, I’ll share simple, realistic tips for thriving on a plant-based diet while living in a residence room.
Allergy-Safe College Dining: Life-Changing Tips from a Registered Dietitian
Navigating the dining halls on a college campus can be intimidating for new students, especially those with food allergies. With so many food options available, it can be challenging to know what is “safe” to eat. The number of students with severe food allergies is steadily rising, and many college campuses are doing more than ever to ensure that food-allergic students feel comfortable when choosing meals and snacks.
As the St. John’s campus dietitian, I work closely with food service staff and food-allergic individuals daily to ensure that allergen-friendly options are available and that proper food handling protocols are followed when preparing meals for students with food allergies.
Avoid Burnout in Your First Year of College: Proven Tips
Starting college is an exciting, but challenging, time. Between adjusting to a new environment, keeping up with classes, and trying to build a social life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. If you’re a first-year student, you’re not alone—many students face burnout as they juggle these new responsibilities. In this blog, we break down the common signs of burnout and share practical strategies to help you stay balanced and thrive during your first year.
10 Mental Health Activities for College Students
Starting college is an exciting and transformative time; it’s crucial to prioritize your mental health to make the most of this opportunity.
As we enter National Suicide Prevention Month, it’s a timely reminder of the importance of mental health, especially for college students who often juggle academic, social, and personal pressures. To help you stay healthy, happy, and productive throughout your college journey, we’ve compiled a list of 10 mental health activities.
Affordable, Healthy Snacks for College Students
Snacking is an essential part of every busy college student’s life. However, overindulging in processed and high-sugar snacks such as potato chips, candy bars, and cookies can have adverse health effects and impact academic performance. Luckily, there are plenty of affordable healthy snacks accessible on and off campus.
This blog post guides you through healthy snacking, including budgeting, nutrition, and snack ideas.
How to Eat Healthy in College: Nutrition Tips and Dining Options
College life brings newfound freedoms, including choosing your meals. With diverse dining options on campuses and all-you-care-to-eat dining halls, maintaining a healthy diet can be challenging.
This blog post covers how to eat healthy in college with nutrition tips, meal-prep ideas, and strategies for navigating campus dining halls.
College Winter Wellness: Nine Simple Tips for Staying Healthy
Winter can be challenging for college students, especially when trying to maintain good health. With the cold weather, shorter days, and more time spent indoors, it is common to feel ill or run down. This blog post explores nine winter wellness tips to help you stay healthy and feel your best. Whether it’s getting outside for fresh air, staying active, or eating healthy, they will help you stay on top of your game and achieve your academic goals.
