Hanna JensenBetween the ages of 18 and 25, your body continues to develop in ways that may influence our weight. Hormonal shifts – especially in estrogen, testosterone, and other growth-related hormones – play a significant role …
How Unhealthy Habits Affect Academic Performance
College is filled with new experiences, responsibilities, and opportunities, but it also brings about new habits and daily routines. For many students, maintaining healthy habits falls to the bottom of the priority list, especially when …
The Importance of Breakfast
You’ve likely heard the saying “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” As a college student, your mornings are often packed with classes, studying, or rushing out the door. It is tempting to …
The Roll of Stress and Sleep
Starting college can be an exciting time for most students, but it often comes with challenges like stress from academic pressure, adapting to a new social environment, and balancing a packed schedule. These factors can …
Freshman 15: Myth Busted
The “Freshman 15” is a term that has loomed over young adults for decades. College is supposed to be an exciting time filled with new experiences, challenges, and opportunities. Worrying about your weight should not …
Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls
Food Literacy StudentsThese pumpkin energy balls are perfect for a quick easy snack. We found this recipe on Pinterest and thought it was a perfect snack for college students. As students ourselves we have very limited time …
Shephard’s Pie
Wednesday Group 5Are you looking for a delicious, home-cooked meal as a college student? Maybe you’re on a budget? Well, you’re not alone! It can be hard to find a meal that is delicious, satiating, and inexpensive, …
Autumn Harvest Chili
Wednesday Group 1School is back again and that means it’s the start of fall semester. School can cause a lot of added stress to college students’ everyday lives. From expensive textbooks to tuition and rent, it can …
Thai Peanut Noodles
Thursday Group 3This Thai peanut noodle recipe will not only be quick, easy, and tasty but will leave you full and wondering how soon is too soon to make it again. College is hard. Balancing school, work, …
Oven “Fried” Chicken
Thursday Group 1A quick but delicious fix to any college student’s end of day hunger. After a full day at school or work the first thing you want to do is eat something amazing but the last thing you want to do is cook it. With this oven fried chicken you are getting the best of both worlds.