Quinoa: The Queen of Grains

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Why is quinoa superior to other grains? The nutritional benefits of quinoa greatly outweigh benefits of other grains. Also high in antioxidants, phytonutrients, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, quinoa has gained notoriety as the next super-food.

Greek Yogurt - What's the Hype?

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In general, yogurt is thought to make for a healthy snack, offering calcium, vitamin D, protein, and probiotics. Greek yogurt has become extremely popular in recent years. But what exactly is the difference between Greek yogurt and regular yogurt? Is one healthier than the other?

Avoid the Freshman 15 with These 15 Tips

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It's easy to gain weight in the first year of college. In fact, there is a name for the weight you gain as a freshman called the "Freshman 15" (15 referring to the number of pounds you can expect to gain). Studies show that the average number of pounds gained is actually about 8 pounds. This doesn't sound like a lot, but if you gained 8 pounds every year, you would be 40 pounds heavier in five years! Don't worry, it can be prevented. These 15 tips will help you stay on track with your weight and overall health.

Green is the New Black

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I'd like to introduce our guest blogger for this week, Kelli Wood.  Kelli is a Dietetic Intern from Meredith College and has been working with Carolina Dining Services for the past four weeks to complete her food service rotation.


My name is Kelli Wood and I attended NC State for my undergrad. After graduating in 2010 I worked full time at a nutrition education program called EFNEP before going to grad school at Meredith College for nutrition. While in grad school I married my husband, Michael. I completed my master's in May 2013 and am currently in my dietetic internship at Meredith to earn my RD credential so that I can become licensed to counsel and treat others with dietary needs.

Happy October everyone! We all know this is the month of fall break, football, and Halloween, but did you know that October is also Vegetarian Awareness Month? Vegetarians are sprouting up all over the place, and here are some reasons to celebrate.

Are You Pumping Iron?

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You may be pumping iron in the gym but is your body pumping enough iron through your bloodstream?  Did you know that iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency and the leading cause of anemia in the United States?  So why is iron so important?  How can one prevent iron deficiency?

College Students Have A Lot On Their Plates

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Classes, studying, extracurricular activities, student groups, jobs, social life… let’s face it, college students definitely have a lot on their plates!  With the dining halls being all-you-care-to-eat, again, I see a lot of student’s plates piled high!  Let’s try to lighten the load on those plates shall we?  Here are some tips on eating in our “buffet style” dining halls so you can avoid that so-called “unavoidable” weight gain that has been so easily associated with being in college.

CDS Nutrition Best Practices

The goal of Carolina Dining Services' Nutrition Program is to enable, educate and encourage people of all ages to adopt and lead healthier lifestyles.  The program recognizes various food preferences and allergies among a large campus population and is dedicated to meeting the nutritional needs of its students, providing nutrition education, and spreading nutrition awareness.

Study Tips for College Exams

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Studying can be a daunting task... especially when it's your last chance to give it all you've got!  Below are a few suggestions to help you make your studying count towards your final grade!  Also, be sure to check out my "Happy, Healthy Studying" blog posting to learn about healthy eating during exam week!

Let's Talk Protein

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Protein in food provides the building blocks for all the body's cells and tissues, including immune cells, bones, skin and muscles.  But how much protein do you need?  Is it possible to get too much?  Let's discuss!

Manage Your Stress



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Stress is definitely a part of being a college student, and can be especially present around exam time!  Here are a few thoughts on how to deal with stress when it comes:

Eating For Exercise

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Whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain or simply to feel better, what you eat before you exercise can make the difference between a high-energy workout and one that just drags on with limited results.

Rethink Your Drink

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Are you drinking your calories?  If so, stop wasting your time on empty calories!  Now, you may be wondering: "If they are empty calories, why do I feel so full and round"?  The reason they are called "empty calories" is because they provide nothing for your body but calories.  Empty calories like added sugar and solid fats provide few or no nutrients and benefits, just extra calories you probably don't need.  So if you are wanting to lose weight or maybe you've been trying for a while and aren't seeing great results, it's probably time for you to "RETHINK YOUR DRINK"!!!

The "Dirty Dozen"

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Have you ever heard of the "Dirty Dozen" or how about the "Clean Fifteen"?  Do you wonder about buying local or organic and if you should really waste the extra money to do so?  This information may help you when purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables!

Thinking About Going Meatless?

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More and more people are beginning to follow a vegetarian diet.  Some do it for health reasons, while others do it for personal or religious reasons.  Whatever the reason, weight loss should not be one of them!  If you don't follow a vegetarian diet the correct way, you may be missing out on major, important nutrients.  With careful planning, a vegetarian diet can provide you with all the nutrients you need to live a healthy life.

All About Gluten

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What is gluten?  Is it healthy?  Is it good for weight loss?  How do I know if I have a gluten intolerance or Celiac Disease?  If necessary, how do I eat gluten free?