What's In That Energy Drink?

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Finals are right around the corner, which means late nights ahead full of studying. A lot of us will probably be reaching for coffee or energy drinks to help us stay alert and awake. We've already featured coffee on this blog (you can read that post here), so this post will focus on energy drinks.

Energy drinks have become increasingly popular since they were first introduced and are especially popular among college students, who have to balance classes, work, student organizations, friends, and more -- which usually means we’re short on sleep. But what’s really in an energy drink and how much can you safely drink?

GO NUTS!

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Nuts get a bad rap sometimes as a salty junk food. In honor of National Pecan Day on April 14^th, we’re setting the record straight. Nuts are usually divided into two groups: tree nuts and peanuts. Tree nuts include pecans, almonds, walnuts, pistachios, etc., while peanuts are technically legumes.

March Madness Munchies

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I'd like to introduce our guest blogger for the week, Sarah Zou, CDS nutrition intern.

My name is Sarah Zou and I attended The University of Texas at Austin for my undergrad. After graduating in 2010, I spent a little time working at Google in sales/marketing before deciding to go back to grad school to pursue my real passion: nutrition! I'm thrilled to be at UNC as a masters student in the School of Public Health, where I am studying nutrition and completing the requirements to become a registered dietitian.

March Madness is officially underway! Chances are you will find yourself watching at least a few games in the upcoming weeks. Between cheering for your favorite team and keeping a close eye on your bracket, you might also be tempted to have too many unhealthy game day snacks. Whether you’re watching the game at a restaurant or at home, here are some ideas for healthier game day options.

Eat Like An Olympian

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Nutrition is critical for athletes and regular exercisers. Carbohydrates, protein, fat, and water are necessary for peak performance.  Do you want to learn how you can eat like an Olympian?

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Did you know that cardiovascular disease (or heart disease) is the #1 killer of Americans? You should also know that it's possible to reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease by eating a nutritious, balanced diet.

Get the Skinny on Fad Diets

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I'd like to introduce our guest blogger for this week, Cynthia Topley.  Cynthia is a Dietetic Intern from Meredith College and will be working with Carolina Dining Services for the next eight weeks to complete her food service rotation.

My name is Cynthia Topley and I attended Wellesley College for my undergrad.  After graduating in 2007, I traveled in Australia and New Zealand then worked full-time as a lab tech before going to grad school at Meredith College for nutrition.  While in grad school, I married my husband, Stephen.  I completed my master degree in May 2013 and am currently in my dietetic internship at Meredith to earn my RD (Registered Dietitian) credential.

Fad diets make False Promises! Claims like "Lose 15 pounds in 15 days" and "Detox Your Colon" are inaccurate, unrealistic, and sometimes dangerous!  It's BEST to avoid fad diets and focus on a daily, healthy diet!

10 Ways to Lose 10 Pounds in 10 Weeks

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Want to get your body ready for spring break?  The warm days are only a few months away!  Here are a few healthy weight loss tips to help you achieve a fit looking physique and have you ready and feeling confident to hit the beach in your swimwear!