Monthly Archives: October 2022

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Best Places to get moving in Central Texas!

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Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail

Being a college student is always a very overwhelming and demanding experience, always having to juggle multiple different things at once, figuring out the next assignment, and dealing with the stress of one’s personal life. Getting outside is known to be good for your mental health and one of the best ways to kick start and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Luckily, Texas is known for some amazing nature trails and outdoor adventures that you can explore. In this blog, we point out some personal favorites definitely worth a try!

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2 One-Pan Meals That Will Leave You Hungry For More

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By: Ana T.

Got dirty dishes? We’ve got you covered! Personally, whenever I want to try out a new recipe, I sometimes get overwhelmed with the different prep steps, especially if it requires making multiple things simultaneously. When I found out there are tons of easy and affordable recipes you can prep all in one pan, I was immediately sold! These are 2 of the one-pan meals I’ve found that are guaranteed to hit the spot and save you from kitchen clean-up!

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Healthy Habits For Becoming An “It Girl”

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By Leslie L. Edited by Laura C.

The “It Girl” is a term often used to describe a woman that seems to have everything. She not only is physically attractive but also mentally engaging. The pop culture term first came to fruition over 100 years ago. It’s a perception that often ties into our desire to fulfill our greatest potential and acclimate to society’s expectations. While it can be hard to fully become an “It girl” due to the unwavering amount of pressure we feel as college students, we can choose to initiate a healthy lifestyle that takes elements of this elevated persona. 

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Kitchen Essentials: Our Big 3

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By Lauren S. Edited by Lauren O.

Imagine, you’re getting ready to cook your next meal of the day. You go to get all your ingredients out only to realize the worst, you’re out of that one essential thing. This situation is everyone’s worst nightmare when it comes to cooking because it forces us to make a choice. Now, this situation may not be completely unavoidable, life happens and sometimes we can’t avoid it. But that’s not to say there aren’t ways we can try our best to stay on top of it. One of the best ways to avoid this nightmare is to keep your kitchen stocked and prepped with what we think are the top 3 kitchen essentials. 

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Foods for Brain Health

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By; Lauren Owen; Edited by: Leslie Lehman

As college students, our brains are vital to our day-to-day life activities. It is imperative to ensure that we are taking care of our brains, especially with everything going on in our life. Between classes, internships, jobs, clubs, and our social life, it can be hard to juggle everything at times. While doing all of this simultaneously, it can be hard to prioritize our mental health. Some options to cope with this stressful workload include talking to counselors and taking the time to exercise. However, time management can also be a difficult hurdle to overcome in order to combat your many responsibilities. Understanding this firsthand, I’ve compiled a list of important healthy eating tips. Certain food has healthy foods that are enriched with antioxidants, which can improve memory and overall brain health.

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Key Benefits of Meal Prep

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By Laura C, Edited by Ana T

Meal preparation often referred to as “meal prep” is the process of planning, preparing, and storing meals to eat, usually for the upcoming week. Meal prep has a lot of benefits, especially for those that are trying to either save time, save money, eat a more consistent series of meals daily, or reduce food waste. Continue reading →

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An easy, affordable, healthy, GF and Vegetarian Breakfast

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By: Leslie L. , Edited by: Lauren S.

What’s a three ingredient healthy recipe for on the go students?! These pancakes are on our list for the top ‘food for thought’ recipes that will make your gut happy, while subtracting one more extra thing you have to do in the already busy day. Not only are these delicious delectables healthy and nutrient-rich, but it is also an affordable option. Plus, it serves as a terrific gluten and vegetarian free alternative for those with allergies.  Continue reading →

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Your Healthy Horoscope

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By Ana T.

Sunday morning officially brought the end of Mercury Retrograde — so what does that mean for you? According to CNN, Mercury Retrograde happens nearly 3-4 times a year, and can often cause miscommunication between ourselves and others. Now that we are leaving this energy and truly entering Libra season, it’s time for you to get out of that funk and see what this month has in store for you! Here are some healthy tips to get you through this month.

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