After a long day, sometimes the last thing you want to do is cook a whole meal from scratch. Between classes, work, and social commitments, it’s easy to reach for takeout or overly processed packaged foods, but this is where batch cooking steps in. With a little planning, this strategy can save time, reduce stress, … Read more
Do you ever find yourself in front of the pantry wondering, am I hungry or just bored? Maybe you’ve been busy grabbing lunch at the dining hall between classes, barely stopping to consider whether you’re truly hungry or just on autopilot. You’re not alone! It’s sometimes challenging to interpret our body’s hunger and fullness signals, especially in a world filled with busy schedules … Read more
Many think that it is impossible to eat nutritiously while intuitively eating because you’re allowing yourself to eat “bad” foods. Or maybe you think intuitive eating is not as “healthy” as dieting or restrictive eating, and you are filling your body with “junk”. In fact, intuitive eating is a health-promoting and gentle eating practice. It offers … Read more
Confusion and misinformation are everywhere in the nutrition world, including surrounding intuitive eating. Let’s go through common questions and misunderstandings of this new method of healthy eating together so we can find the truth and get off on the right foot in our journey with food! Overview of Intuitive Eating Intuitive eating promotes a healthy … Read more
As we know, university life comes with a whirlwind of hard deadlines, exams, and late nights that can leave all of us looking for all sorts of comfort. For many students, we often find comfort in the form of food. Whether it’s slurping on instant noodles at 1AM, crunching on a bag of chips after a stressful … Read more
The Hidden Conversation Between Our Body and Mind Do you ever enter the dining halls stressed from your day and feeling overwhelmed with what to choose? Or have you ever opened the fridge not because you were hungry, but because you were stressed? Are you actually hungry or do you just feel like eating? Eating is often used as … Read more
How often do you think about the impact your everyday food choices have on the planet? Creating a sustainable and resilient food system that incorporates healthy and culturally appropriate foods while addressing the climate crisis may seem ambitious, but it could be more achievable than we think. Climate-Friendly Choices on Campus Thankfully at UBC, there … Read more
Craving global flavours? You don’t need to travel far—these 10 plant-rich dishes from our three dining halls are packed with vibrant, delicious ingredients that transport your taste buds without leaving campus. The best part? You can try multiple international flavours in one sitting, making every meal a culinary adventure worth lining up for. Join the Eat … Read more
Many people have a pre-existing notion that plant-based foods lack flavour and are more mild- and simple-tasting. We all have our individual preferences, but just as meat without salt or seasoning tastes bland, so do plants. Plant-based meals can taste just as delicious as non-plant-based options with the perfect combination of ingredients. By experimenting with seasoning, … Read more
Plant-based foods are not just nutritious and planet-friendly, they can be flavourful and satisfying too, and you are not just limited to salads. With an abundance of options to choose from, it is easy to find options that fit your dietary needs. Check out these 25 plant-based options that can enhance your meals at the … Read more
