Intuitive eating teaches us to listen to our body, to eat when we feel hungry and to stop when satisfied. However, you may wonder, are there any situations where we need to eat even though we are not hungry? The answer is, yes! What is practical hunger? It is almost impossible for us to have … Read more
Recovering from a broken bone or being able to move your fingers is all thanks to a nutrient called calcium. Calcium plays a huge role in the human body and it’s important to consume enough of it. But how much calcium do you need? What if you’re lactose intolerant or simply don’t like the taste … Read more
Do you know how much protein you need each day? Having trouble figuring out how much protein you’re already eating? Here is a breakdown of what you need to know about protein in your diet. What is protein & Why is it important? Protein is one of the three macronutrients (carbohydrate, fat, and protein) that … Read more
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of eating too much or little when you are stressed? Are you wondering why this is happening or how you can combat it? Keep on reading to learn more about what stress eating is and how we can respond to it. What is Stress Eating? Stress eating … Read more
This blog post is part 2 of a two part series on mental health and nutrition. If you have not already, check out part 1 of the series: Nutrition and Mental Health: From Plate to Mind to learn some nutrition tips that support your mental health. Keep on reading to learn strategies for self-help that … Read more
When life grows hectic, it’s common to deprioritize nutrition or to feel unmotivated in making helpful food choices. Although nutrition cannot fully improve your mental health, there is growing evidence to suggest that our food choices play a role in influencing our mental health. A healthy and balanced diet can reduce your risk for depression, anxiety, … Read more
Have you been stress-eating or skipping meals during exam season? A healthy snack that contains protein and/or healthy fats, along with complex carbohydrates (like grains and fruits and veggies) can help manage your appetite and make you feel less hungry between meals. Snacking can be a part of balanced eating. Here are some recommendations that … Read more
Hey foodies! Are you ready to discover some amazing, super cheap meals? If you’re like most people, you probably love eating delicious food but don’t want to break the bank. Luckily, plenty of tasty meal options out there won’t cost you an arm and a leg. Keep reading to learn 10 super cheap meals you … Read more
Shopping for affordable grocery staples just became a whole lot easier with the UBC Food Hub Market! Food Hub Market is open from 10:30 am – 6:30 pm on Mondays-Thursdays in the Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability (CIRS Building) at 2260 West Mall. They are a student-led market that sells grocery staples at-cost, meaning … Read more
We’ve all heard about the obesity epidemic, but there is a new public health threat that those in nutrition are focusing on: weight stigma. Weight Stigma—What Is it? Picture this: You’ve been experiencing fatigue and nausea for the past few weeks, and doing day to day tasks like going to work is becoming too difficult. … Read more
