Who (or what) are the food police? The food police are the thoughts that judge what and how much we eat. They also make sure that we’re following “food rules”. Some examples of food police language include thoughts or comments such as “that has too many calories” or “I will gain weight if I eat … Read more
Diet culture is the set of beliefs that demonizes certain foods and elevates others. We need to make peace with food and challenge the food police so that we can remove guilt and shame and have the freedom to eat how we want. What does it mean to make peace with food? Making peace with … Read more
Tapping into your hunger and fullness cues Hunger cues are the signals our bodies give to tell us it needs food, and satiety (or fullness) cues are the signals that tell us when we are full and satisfied. Sounds simple, right? But for those who have ignored their hunger cues due to diet culture (which … Read more
If you’re curious about eating more plant-based foods, but are hesitant to give up some of your favourite animal-based proteins because you’re worried you won’t feel satisfied or full, then you’re at the right place! Transitioning to more plant-forward or plant-based eating doesn’t mean you’re stuck eating salad, or that you have to give up … Read more
Our favourite plant-based proteins, as submitted by managers at UBCO Food Services When you think of protein, a piece of chicken breast or an omelet might come to mind. But plants can also be an amazing source of protein, too! You just need to know where to look! If you’re looking for ways to increase … Read more
Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” – Michael Pollan What is Plant-forward eating? Plant-forward is a style of cooking and eating that emphasizes getting more plants on your plate! The idea is simple: to eat more plant-based food. Meat and dairy may be included, but it’s usually not the main feature of the meal, … Read more
You’ve probably heard that kale is a super food, but have you ever learned about what exactly makes it so awesome? This leafy, dark green veggie is full of filling fibre, healthful nutrients, and robust flavour. And it’s probably way more versatile (and delicious) than you’ve realized! So let’s take a minute to celebrate all … Read more
You’re One Bite Away from a Healthier You! Nourishing your body and mind through food is important all year long! If you are looking for delicious, simple, and nourishing recipes, as well as credible and evidence-based nutrition tips, then check out this amazing cookbook! It was created by UBCO students as part of a nutrition … Read more
Now that THRIVE month has come to a close I wanted to share one more post about the connection between mental health, because without mental health there is no health, and without nutrition there is no mental health. Let’s throw it back to basics: Some Nutrition 101. Nutritious food is absolutely vital in everyone’s daily … Read more
It’s THRIVE month at UBC, where we focus on ways to foster, improve and maintain good mental health. One way to improve your overall health and mental wellbeing is by eating! Maddy Laranjo, a student-athlete at UBCO, has written this week’s blog on nutrition and intuitive eating to help you thrive during your studies. Last … Read more
