By Michelle Guarnieri, Dietetic Intern With most summer fruits going out of season and the weather cooling off, it may be difficult to find fresh, local produce to put in your smoothies. This green smoothie features pears, grapes, spinach, and kale- all of which are local to Maryland. This healthy smoothie is a great way to utilize the last few summer harvests and bring in the fall fruits and vegetables. Give it a try for an overall easy and ridiculously healthy meal! All you need is a blender!
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By Kira Bursaw, Dietetic Intern Bad puns aside, when was the last time you squeezed some extra flavor into your cooking routine? Or maybe, like some people, fresh limes are whole new ballgame for you. No matter which group you fall into, you can always grab a couple of limes in the produce section and give some of the following recipe tweaks a try. By Lauren Incarnato, Student Nutritionist It's been less than a month since classes began for the semester, but that hasn't stopped the germs from spreading and the colds from beginning. Lack of sleep, stress, and the extremely close living situations (wherever they may be), have led to a variety of different sicknesses. With that, it is super important to keep the immune system strong and healthy so you are at your best! Personally, I like to be very conscious of the amount of probiotics that I am taking in order to keep my gut healthy and make sure my immune system is at it's best. One of my favorite sources of probiotics is kombucha, which hit the health market a few years ago as a newer trend. Many expected it to be a fad, but I personally think kombucha is here to stay for a long time, or as long as I can help it. By Michelle Guarnieri, Dietetic Intern Cold brew, iced, long shot, and pumpkin spice. The list of different coffees goes on and on, but what’s the difference in their components? Believe it or not, each type of coffee has a different level of caffeine than other types. Let’s take a closer look at these components so you can pick the best caffeine for your busy life. By: Rachael May, Student NutritionistOats are incredibly nutrient dense. In just half a cup, they offer 191% of the RDI of Manganese, 41% RDI of Phosphorus, and 34% of the RDI of magnesium. While additionally packing in loads of soluble fiber, oats can help reduce cholesterol levels in the body, help stabilize blood sugar, and improve digestion. Oats are a great choice on any day and be customized with whatever toppings you want!
By: Rachael May, Student NutritionistThis quick Asian salad is great for whipping up greens in a hurry. The cabbage from the coleslaw mix is a great source of vitamin K and vitamin C and has also shown to reduce inflammation! The crispy ramen noodles (a staple in most college student diets) also add a great crunch to the salad, really bringing it to a new level.
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