This week I had the exciting opportunity to do a guest post on the SPE Certified Blog! I chose the topic of nutrition myths because there are so many that run rampant through our society and the media. I believe that it is important that these myths be proven or dis-proven with current, science-based information.Continue reading “Nutrition Myth Busters- Vegetarian Diet”
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Food for Fuel
Originally posted on Healthy Aggies at UC Davis:
It’s one of those days. One of those days when I’m running on CoHo coffee and four hours of sleep. I have midterms to study for, papers to write, yet I’ve miraculously put on my running shoes for a much needed work out. I pop in my Insanity…
Inexpensive Meals and Ideas on a Budget
As a college student, I am always on a budget when it comes to grocery shopping. After all, less money spent on food equals more money to spend on fun. However I also value eating healthy, which rules out subsisting on ramen noodles. As a result I have found that with a little creativity andContinue reading “Inexpensive Meals and Ideas on a Budget”
What Is SPE, and Why Is It Important?
UC Davis Dining Services is proud to partner with SPE Certified to bring UC Davis Aggies a healthy and sustainable meal option at the Dining Commons. You can find SPE Certified meals at Segundo, Tercero, and Cuarto Dining Commons for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the week. So what is SPE? Greg Deligdisch, VPContinue reading “What Is SPE, and Why Is It Important?”
Tips to Remember Portion Sizes
There was once a time when a standard cup of coffee was eight ounces and had only 45 calories from added milk and sugar. Today the average coffee is twice as large at 16 ounces and 350 calories from added milk and sugar. Often times it is hard to discern what the size of aContinue reading “Tips to Remember Portion Sizes”
Ask the Dietitian
With bicycling as the most popular form of transportation in Davis and so many healthy food options available through UC Davis Dining Services, it is already easy to live an active and healthy lifestyle in Davis. But wait, there’s more. UC Davis Dining Services employs a team of nutrition students along with Registered Dietician LindaContinue reading “Ask the Dietitian”
Through the eyes of Michael Portillo
My name is Michael Portillo andI spent six weeks as an intern for UC Davis Dining services. During my week spent in the Sustainability and Nutrition Office (SNO), I was given the opportunity to explore and learn more about sustainable food and how it has grown over the years at UC Davis Dining Services. BeforeContinue reading “Through the eyes of Michael Portillo”
Build a Better Salad!
Congrats! You’ve made it through Summer’s hottest months. But if you are like me, you are probably denying that it is ever going to end and still trying to squeeze in that last bit of fun outdoors. As a result, spending time inside cooking is probably last on your list. But with a multitude ofContinue reading “Build a Better Salad!”
How to Bake Healthier
We all have our weaknesses when it comes to food, what’s yours? For someone who loves food, it’s truly hard to pick just one. Sushi, ice cream, Nutella sandwiches…basically most foods are weaknesses. But among all of my favorite foods to eat, there’s one that has made it to the top of the list.Continue reading “How to Bake Healthier”
Weird Foods Worth Trying
Is it just me or did your parents also make smoothies out of apple, banana, bitter melon, kumquat, and bell pepper growing up? Really, just me? Oh okay. When I was in middle school my parents discovered something revolutionary, a Vitamix blender. Thus began their journey of blending every single fruit and vegetable in sight.Continue reading “Weird Foods Worth Trying”
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