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Eating doesn’t have to be expensive, and this week’s National Nutrition Month theme is Stay Nourished on a Budget. It’s ...
03/20/2026

Eating doesn’t have to be expensive, and this week’s National Nutrition Month theme is Stay Nourished on a Budget. It’s all about making smart, realistic choices that support your health and your wallet. 💵

A few simple strategies go a long way:
Compare unit prices to find the best deal
Choose store brands as they are often just as good for less $$
Buy frozen fruits/veggies to cut cost and reduce waste
Build meals around budget staples such as oats, rice, beans, eggs, and pasta
Plan meals with overlapping ingredients to stretch your grocery budget

Small habits add up. You can fuel your body, save money, and still keep meals quick and simple. That’s the power of nutrition! 💪🏻

Italian Herb Pesto Risotto reminds us that eating healthy can be both comforting and nutritious. 😋 Come over to the Show...
03/18/2026

Italian Herb Pesto Risotto reminds us that eating healthy can be both comforting and nutritious. 😋 Come over to the Showcase at the UDC from 11-2 today (3/18) to check out the pick for the Mindful Meal of the Month!

Good nutrition doesn’t have to be confusing, but with so much information online, it can be hard to know what to trust. ...
03/13/2026

Good nutrition doesn’t have to be confusing, but with so much information online, it can be hard to know what to trust. This week’s National Nutrition Month theme is Find Advice Backed by Science, focusing on reliable, evidence-based guidance that actually supports your health. 💥🍎

👀Look for information from:
Registered Dietitians (RDNs)
Peer-reviewed research
Reputable organizations such as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics...
Evidence-based guidelines rather than trends

❗Be cautious of:
Quick fixes
“What I eat in a day” as nutrition advice
Fad diets
Influencer recommendations without credentials

Science-backed nutrition is about sustainable habits, not perfection. It’s one of the best ways to support your long-term health and well-being! 👨🏼‍⚕️

March is National Nutrition Month!! 🥦 This year we are discovering the power of Nutrition 💪Week 1 focuses on powering yo...
03/06/2026

March is National Nutrition Month!! 🥦 This year we are discovering the power of Nutrition 💪

Week 1 focuses on powering your day with nutrition. Fueling your body doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, consistent choices can make a big difference in your energy, focus, and mood throughout the day.

Try building meals with:

Protein to keep you fuller for longer (eggs, yogurt, beans, meat) 🥚🥩

Carbs for steady energy throughout the day (oats, fruit/veggies, whole grains) 🍞

Healthy Fats for satisfaction (nuts, avocado, seeds) 🥑

Color for vitamins + antioxidants (fruits & veggies) 🫐🥕

Balanced meals = better mornings, better classes, better days. 😎

Let’s discover the power of nutrition together this month! Try something new to fuel your body! 💥

Snacks on snacks on snacks - National Snack Day is Today! 🥨 It's a day to celebrate some of your favorite snacks! To cel...
03/04/2026

Snacks on snacks on snacks - National Snack Day is Today! 🥨 It's a day to celebrate some of your favorite snacks!

To celebrate we are having a student favorite, trail mix bar! Stop by the dining center from 11-2 today, March 4th to create your favorite snack mix! 😋

Come check out our Mindful Meal of the Month today -- Sweet Heat Island Fish Tacos! 😋🌮These tacos will be featured at Sh...
02/18/2026

Come check out our Mindful Meal of the Month today -- Sweet Heat Island Fish Tacos! 😋🌮

These tacos will be featured at Showcase at the UDC from 11-2pm!

❤Heart Healthy Takeover❤ February is heart healthy month promoting awareness around heart disease and promoting heart he...
02/11/2026

❤Heart Healthy Takeover❤

February is heart healthy month promoting awareness around heart disease and promoting heart health. Today in the dining center we are featuring some foods that are beneficial to your heart health! Come on over and enjoy a special menu from 11-2, today, February 11th.

During the month of February, we encourage you to take time to learn about the best ways to establish heart heathy habits through food, exercise, sleep and more! 💪

Join us today during lunch for Mindful Mocktails! 🍹We will have a Cherry Limeaide and a Cranberry-Orange Mocktail. Makin...
01/28/2026

Join us today during lunch for Mindful Mocktails! 🍹

We will have a Cherry Limeaide and a Cranberry-Orange Mocktail. Making a Mocktail can be a fun way to switch up how you are staying hydrated this winter! ❄️

Pedal-powered smoothies = smiles all around 😃Come out and blend up your favorite smoothie today from 11-2 at Showcase! W...
01/21/2026

Pedal-powered smoothies = smiles all around 😃

Come out and blend up your favorite smoothie today from 11-2 at Showcase! We can't wait to see you all there!

Welcome back to campus Mavs! 🤘 Today we get back into the semester by celebrating National Gluten Free day, join us for ...
01/12/2026

Welcome back to campus Mavs! 🤘 Today we get back into the semester by celebrating National Gluten Free day, join us for a gluten free stir fry at Showcase during lunch from 11-2pm. 🥗

National Gluten Free Day helps raise awareness about gluten free diets and their benefits. If you have any questions about what all a gluten free diet entails or how to eat gluten free in the dining center reach out to your campus dietitian, Hailey Holland.

Today is National Take a Hike Day and in the dining center we are going to celebrate with a favorite hiking snack, Trail...
11/17/2025

Today is National Take a Hike Day and in the dining center we are going to celebrate with a favorite hiking snack, Trail Mix!! 😍 Come join us from 11-2 at bliss to make your own trail mix! 😋

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