written by Dani Higgins, student intern with Dining Services
With the end of the spring semester fast approaching, students will begin to think about finals, graduation and summer plans. Here are six helpful ideas to make sure you have a successful second half of the spring semester.
- Control your spending by customizing a meal at a dining center or preparing food yourself.
- Dining centers offer many nutritious foods including fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy products. There are also many vegan, gluten-free and vegetarian options at many locations.
- If you like to eat out, try making a meal at home. Here are some fun recipes to try:
- Dining centers offer many nutritious foods including fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy products. There are also many vegan, gluten-free and vegetarian options at many locations.
- Eat breakfast every day to improve your focus and memory.
- Studies show that individuals who consume breakfast are more likely to perform well in school and earn higher grades.
- Eating breakfast can boost your short-term memory and may increase your attention span during class.
- Studies show that individuals who consume breakfast are more likely to perform well in school and earn higher grades.
- Stock up on nutritious snacks at Herbie’s Market and take them with you to eat in between classes.
- Herbie’s Markets have many delicious and nutritious snacks for you to choose from including:
- RX Bar – Peanut Butter Chocolate | 0g of added sugars, 5g of fiber, and 12g of protein
- Naked Juice – Strawberry Banana | 0g of added sugars and 2g of protein
- Fruit Crisps – Fuji Apple | 0g of added sugars and 1g of fiber
- RX Bar – Peanut Butter Chocolate | 0g of added sugars, 5g of fiber, and 12g of protein
- Herbie’s Markets have many delicious and nutritious snacks for you to choose from including:
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- Staying hydrated can help decrease anxiety and improve your mood
- Drinking water can also help boost your metabolism and allow you to feel more energetic.
- Staying hydrated can help decrease anxiety and improve your mood
- Prioritize sleep to ensure you are energized for your next day of classes.
- Sleep allows your body to reset and prepare for the next day.
- Getting enough rest can also bolster your immune system and make you less susceptible to getting sick.
- Sleep allows your body to reset and prepare for the next day.
- Supplement your diet with foods that have a positive impact on cognition.
- Blueberries | filled with antioxidants and help to improve short-term
- Almonds and Walnuts | rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can improve your mood
- Whole Grains | contain vitamin B6 which help eliminate harmful agents called homocysteines that increase cognitive decline