By Maddie Mills, Student Nutritionist Whether it's the start of a new academic semester, a lengthy list of resolutions, or a big year ahead, the New Year can often bring along some unwanted stress. There are many healthy ways to handle stress, including exercise, meditation, and sufficient sleep. However, understanding how to eat to reduce anxiety and manage your cortisol levels can help you tackle those New Year's resolutions with a clear mind. Let's take a deeper look and break down what cortisol is, and how our diet impacts cortisol levels in the body to either help alleviate or heighten feelings of stress and anxiety.
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist Most people find themselves reflecting on their past and reimagining their future in anticipation of the new year. Yet, most people also know that new year's resolutions are notorious for being broken a month or so later. This is often the case because the goals set are unrealistic or do not take into account the trials and tribulations that life puts on our plate. To avoid another year of regretfully abandoning your goals, consider these resolution-building tips.
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist Eating healthy shouldn't come with hours of preparation, handfuls of ingredients, or hundreds of dollars. In fact, many of the most nutritious recipes out there are the ones that are the easiest to make, bringing back the basics of health that people have been following for centuries. These low-cost, few-ingredient, minimal-prep recipes are both nutritious and delicious. And the best part? They're all single serving.
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist Ah, so you took a gander into the yogurt aisle. 40 years ago, you were limited to a handful of flavors and a smattering of brands. Yet nowadays, there's more yogurt options than you know what to do with. How does one decide what type of yogurt to buy, or whether or not to buy yogurt at all when you've got kefir, skyr, and faux-gurts on the market? Read on to find out which dairy (or non-dairy) option suits your needs. And to top it off -- a granola recipe to try with it.
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist I get it... mornings can be rough. Many times, there's just not enough time to whip up a nutritious and delicious breakfast. But don't be fooled -- not all breakfast recipes need to be made in the morning. In fact, these breakfast recipes were designed to be made ahead of time, keeping your morning in line.
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist Who doesn't love a good acai bowl? Ever since these cold, refreshing, and seemingly harmless smoothie bowls took the internet by storm with their vibrant colors and assortment of toppings, they've been a hit. With a location just outside of campus, Playa Bowls has been supplying UMD students with their smoothie bowl fix. But... let's take a deeper look at these sweet treats and see what's making them so irresistible.
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist Goodbye Poptart, hello better-for-you breakfast pastry! This single-serve, highly customizable recipe calls for only a handful of (healthy) ingredients and is simple (and fun) to make. Try it yourself!
By Abbey Susel, Student Nutritionist Reviving our previous series of What We Ate Wednesday, this post is dedicated to the nutritious and delicious meals that I ate today. Try them yourself! And remember: everyone's calorie and macronutrient needs are different. Factors such as sex, age, height, weight, lean body mass %, activity level, and genetics all impact your needs. Talk to a dietitian to learn how to properly meet your goals. Oats may be one of the most versatile breakfast bases out there, with hundreds of possible flavor combinations. Stove-top old-fashioned oats work great, but even the instant microwavable pouches will do the trick! I used (and love) the 'Quaker Fiber and Protein' oatmeal pouches, which contain 7g of protein, 6g of fiber, and less than 1g of sugar--very impressive for a maple & brown sugar flavor! Then, I wash and dice half an apple, any variety, and sautee it with a spoonful of butter (or margarine) in a pan for 5-7 mins, until tender. I sprinkle the apples with cinnamon and mix them into the oatmeal before topping it off with slivered almonds and a drizzle of honey.
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