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Category Archives: Student health
College student life: The dreaded campus dining hall
Ahhh…the (dreaded) dining hall, a bane of college student life. In the past, this term conjured up images of stale pizza, mystery meat stews and salad bars that screamed salmonella. Today, campus dining halls offer everything from sushi to vegan … Continue reading
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Tagged campus dining, healthy eating, student health
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How to maintain healthy eating habits during those hot summer months
As appealing as it may sound, indulging in ice cream everyday during the warm summer months isn’t as good of an idea as you’d like — even if you get the strawberry shortcake or blueberry milkshake. Summertime BBQs are especially a … Continue reading
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Tagged eat healthy, healthy foods, student health, summer vacation
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Student health: What the Affordable Care Act means to you as a college student
On Thursday, June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court voted to uphold President Obama’s health care reform known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — originally passed in 2010. In his speech to the nation, the president outlined several changes this will … Continue reading
Stress Awareness Month: How to listen to your body, mind and spirit
We are all probably feeling a little restless this time of year. Most of us have been cooped up inside since November and we’re more than ready for a little spring cleaning. But, before you begin sweeping the floors and … Continue reading
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Tagged spirit, spring cleaning, stress, stress awareness month, student health, TheBrainiac
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Create a cheap grocery list with spring foods in season
As the temperatures rise, you may find it harder and harder to hang in the kitchen and cook up a meal. Before you turn the takeout window into your second home or overdose on ramen, consider these healthy spring foods. … Continue reading
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Tagged budget, grocery list, shopping list, spring foods, TheBrainiac
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A new spin on spring outdoor activities
Must. Get. To. Spring. Now. After a seemingly endless midterm grind, a simple walk or picnic probably sounds like heaven, but we have ideas on how you can pump leisurely activities up to be more exhilarating. Even if you forgot … Continue reading
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Tagged outdoor activities, springtime, student health, TheBrainiac
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Student health: How to cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder
We all get the winter blues—especially halfway through when you’re desperately trying to balance all of the things life throws at you. For some, seasonal depression (also known as seasonal affective disorder) is a real obstacle to overcome. If you … Continue reading
College stress? Try these tips for managing stress
The astronomical amounts of college stress new students must deal with on a daily basis can be overwhelming. Most students are on their own for the first time and are faced with life-altering decisions, like choosing majors—choices that can ultimately … Continue reading
