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Making Smart Choices in the Dining Hall

When you first go to college, the dining hall can be intimidating with the variety of food choices and places to eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a few simple strategies, eating smart in the dining hall is very achievable while still enjoying your favorite meals and snacks! 

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Food Storage

Proper food storage is crucial for maintaining food safety, reducing food waste, and saving money. Understanding the importance of food storage is crucial for college students, busy workers, and anyone preparing meals for the week, as it helps keep food fresh and prevent foodborne illnesses. 

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The Starter Kit: Everything You Actually Need to Cook in a Dorm

Ever hear people talk about “counting their macros” and wonder what it all means? Macronutrients are the three main types of nutrients your body needs in large amounts to function correctly: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Understanding what they do can empower you to build a healthier, more balanced diet.

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The Apartment Starter Kit: Upgrading Your Setup From Dorm to Real Kitchen

You have an actual kitchen now. Here’s how to use it without overcomplicating it. The goal is the same as it was in the dorm: a small, intentional setup that actually gets used. Just with a little more room to grow.

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New Fuel

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Food First: Why College Athletes Need a Foundation Before Supplements

Walk through any college weight room, and you’ll see it. Shaker bottles are lined up on the floor. Athletes compare pre-workouts before practice. Someone is talking about a new recovery powder they saw on social media. Another teammate swore that a certain supplement changed everything for their performance.

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Glucose vs. Fructose: Why Carbohydrate Ratios Matter for Gut Comfort During Exercise

For many athletes, performance doesn’t break down because of fitness—it breaks down because of the gut. Cramping, bloating, nausea, or that uncomfortable “sloshing” feeling during training or competition is often related to how carbohydrates are absorbed, not just how much is being consumed.

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Washing Produce: A Simple Step That Supports Athlete Health and Performance

Washing produce might seem like a basic kitchen habit, but it’s one that often gets overlooked—especially for busy college athletes. Between practices, lifts, classes, and recovery, convenience usually wins. That means fruits and vegetables are sometimes eaten straight from the bag or package without being properly rinsed. While this may not always lead to immediate issues, unwashed produce can carry dirt, bacteria, or pesticide residues that athletes don’t want interfering with their health or training consistency.

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Sweeteners: What are the Different Types?

There are many types of sweeteners out there, and you may have come across a variety in your lifetime. But what are the differences between them? Are some better than others? From table sugar to honey to sucralose, sweeteners are found in baked goods, beverages, snacks, and many other foods. Understanding the different sweeteners out there can help you make informed decisions about which ones to choose and how they work in your body. 

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