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Carbohydrates Replenish After Workout

Elevate your fitness routine by discovering the power of carbohydrates post-workout.

Nancy Yao

9/16/24

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Beat the Winter Blues: Nutrition Tips for SAD

Struggling with winter blues? Discover diet and self-care tips to boost your mood!

Fatima Al Izzi

12/2/24

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Berry Beneficial. Learn the why, what, and how of all things berry.

What should I eat berries? What are flavonoids, anthocyanins, polyphenols? Take a brief journey to learn all things berry.

John Simmons

8/30/24

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Food Recipes from Rowdy's Corner

Did you know Rowdy’s Corner offers delicious and healthy food to the MSU Denver community free of charge?

Colin Turner

8/19/24

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Peak Performance: Mastering Macronutrients for Hiking Success

Ever feel hungry or tired while out doing your favorite outdoor activity? Learn the best ways to properly fuel yourself.

Kelly Beaty

6/14/24

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4 Reasons to Love Canned Beans

Did you know eating ½ cup of beans daily can reduce cholesterol by 8%? More reasons to jump on the bean bandwagon, here.

Sara Rothberg

5/20/24

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Fat Facts: Understanding The Basics of Dietary Fat

Did you know dietary fat is an important part of the diet? Learn more about the many health benefits they have to offer.

Julie Salerno

4/30/24

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Improving Your Gut Health

Learning how to take care of your gut can have a huge impact on your physical and mental health. Learn more here!

Mary Claire Atkinson

10/16/23

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You’ve Gut this! A guide to fermenting vegetables.

Did you know that fermentation can provide probiotics and anti-inflammatory effects? Are you ready to diversify your gut?

Mari Sosa

9/29/23

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Simple, Delicious, and Healthy Smoothies

Let’s celebrate LBGTQ+ Pride with Smoothies inspired by the Rainbow. Learn more about incorporating smoothies into your diet.

Nicholas Sterghos

9/7/23

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Food Assistance for College Students

Learn where to find food when you need it most and how to help others when you don’t.

Kaytlin Wisenor

8/4/23

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Korean Healthy Banchan (side dishes)

Do you want to learn how to cook Korean food? New to Korean cooking? Click below for Vegan K-Food recipes!

Sohee Kim

5/17/23

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Understanding Your Sweat and How to Stay Hydrated

Curious about hydration and sweat? Learn more about your sweat and fluid intake here.

Amber Gould

4/21/23

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Foods for Healthy Teeth and Gums

Have you ever wondered if the foods you eat could benefit your oral health? Read on for optimal oral health recommendations!

Karina Montero

3/20/23

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Eat Mainly Greens to Increase Fiber and Nutrient Content in Your Meals

Are you wondering how to increase the amount of plant foods in your diet? Start here.

Kelly LeGros Strickler

2/3/23

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Mindful Eating: For the Spirit, Body, and Soul

Did you binge on your favorite snack lately? Enjoy food & avoid the gut bomb with Mindful Eating.

Justin Batchelder

1/25/23

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Slow Cooker Meal Prep

Save time and money through meal prep. And that does NOT mean eating the same thing all week!

Rachel Jones

12/14/22

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Smart Snacking for Students and Parents

Addressing the benefits of healthy snacks for students of all ages! Check out Jessica's website

Jessica Jaramillo

9/6/22

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Shopping on a Budget

Learn how to create your own meal plan, grocery list, and how to save money while doing so!

Nohemi Lopez

9/6/22

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Sesasonal Eating for Fall

Fall is when many Colorado fruits and vegetables are at peak ripeness and most delicious. Click below for recipes.

Michelle Richardson

9/6/22

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Sesasonal Eating for Summer

Pick up some seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables at your Local Farmers Markets. Click below for recipes.

Michelle Richardson

5/3/22

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Breakfast Burrito

Breakfast is associated with better memory recall. Try this burrito to fuel you for your day on campus!

Diana Mills

4/28/22

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Mediterranean Avocado

Try this fancy Mediterranean avocado toast. It’s easy to prep and eat on-the-go!

Diana Mills

3/15/22

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Seasonal Eating for Spring

Did you know that asparagus grows in the spring in Colorado? Let's incorporate it into our diet.

Michelle Richardson

3/2/22

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What to Use in Place of Salt

Did you know that you can use herbs and spices for food flavoring instead of salt? Find out more about what they are.

Salma Ortiz

2/23/22

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Is that too much salt?

Do you know what our daily intake should look like? Find out more.

Salma Ortiz

2/16/22

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Meal Prep on a Budget

Meal prepping made easy! 24 nutritious meals under $30. Includes simple steps, tips for storage and nutrition facts.

Shelby Scott

2/11/22

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Which Salt Is Best?

Over 10 plus salt types are offered to us, find out more about them at Salt Corner.

Salma Ortiz

2/9/22

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Why should we care about salt?

Learn more about salt consumption. Check out Salt Corner for some general information on salt.

Salma Ortiz

2/2/22

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Veggie & Cheese Egg Muffins

Try these easy veggie and cheese egg muffins. They’re easy to prep and bring to campus!

Diana Mills

1/26/22

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Pre-Workout Supplements

Learn more about macro-nutrients and the efficacy of pre-workout supplements and snacks!

Brian LeMay

1/18/22

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Smoothie Bowl

Breakfast is associated with better grades. Try this smoothie bowl recipe for a good on-the-go treat!

Diana Mills

12/1/21

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Back to Basics: Roasting

Just in time for feasting. Let's learn about roasting.

Trista Daniels

11/18/21

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Back to Basics: Steaming

Now that you mastered boiling, let's step it up a notch to steaming.

Trista Daniels

11/11/21

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Back to Basics: Boiling

Interested in learning basic cooking skills? This three-part blog series offers easy techniques and simple recipes!

Trista Daniels

11/4/21

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Sesasonal Eating for Winter

Soups are not only easy on the pocketbook, but leftover soup can be packaged and frozen for individuals on the go.

Michelle Richardson

11/1/21

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MSU Denver Fresh Eats for All Seasons

Eating seasonal foods provides benefits for consumers, growers and the environment.

Michelle Richardson

10/25/21

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Peanut Butter Banana Blueberry Overnight Oats

Breakfast is associated with better grades and these overnight oats are quick, easy to prepare, and delish!

Diana Mills

10/20/21

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