mavseatwellAug 21, 20244 min readWhat’s the Spice: Spices and their Functional BenefitsFrom bold aromas to distinct flavors, spices are widely used in various cultures and traditions all over the world. Spices have several...
mavseatwellOct 20, 20233 min readColor-Coded Nutrition: The Health Benefits of Eating the RainbowHey, Mavs! I would like you to pause and think of some of the most vibrant colors you have ever seen. Now think of them as the colors of...
mavseatwellSep 12, 20233 min readUsing Herbs & Spices: A Beginner's GuideHey, Mavs! Today, we’re going to talk about herbs and spices that can be used while cooking, and why they can be beneficial to...
mavseatwellApr 24, 20233 min readFrom Plate to Planet: Tips to Reduce Food WasteIntroduction In honor of April being Earth month, we are focusing on the negative impact of food waste, and how we can combat waste as...
mavseatwellMar 29, 20234 min readFollow Your Gut: The Impact of Nutrition on Brain HealthEver since we were children, we have been taught that eating healthy, nutritional packed foods will affect our physical health. But did...
mavseatwellMay 4, 20224 min readMastering Mindful Eating For Long Term Health: Why Fad Diets are Not SustainableFad Diets have been around in society since the 6th century BC. Today, they are still prevalent and are marketed heavily on social...
mavseatwellApr 15, 20223 min readNational Farmworkers Awareness Week: Awareness for What?Hey Mavs! Have you ever heard the saying – “an apple a day keeps the doctors away”? You have? Okay, but have you ever stopped to think...
mavseatwellMar 21, 20223 min readFairtrade: What Is It?Hey Mavs! Have you seen the label below on the packaging of the foods you purchase? Try this at home: go through your pantry and try to...
mavseatwellMar 2, 20223 min readCarbs: A Friend or Foe?Hey, Mavs! I want you to think of a food that is considered to be a carbohydrate. What came to mind? It was probably along the lines of...
mavseatwellFeb 22, 20222 min readSustainability: What is it? Why is it Important?Hey Mavericks! Whether sustainability is a focus in your degree plan, you follow sustainability related TikTok accounts, or you have only...
mavseatwellFeb 22, 20224 min readThe Scoop on Milk & Milk AlternativesHey, Mavs! Today we are discussing cow's milk and milk alternatives. Media has made soy, oat, and almond milk very trendy, but I want to...
mavseatwellFeb 22, 20222 min readThe Effects of Excess Sugar ConsumptionToday, we're going to talk about some effects that excess sugar can have. Don’t worry, I’m not going to tell you to eliminate all sugar...
mavseatwellFeb 22, 20224 min readNutrition & Wellness Tips for 2022With the New Year comes several new years resolutions! According to Statista, the top three resolutions for US adults going into 2022...