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Free or Low-Cost Self-Care Ideas to Relax on a Budget
University life can be overwhelming, with deadlines, exams, and endless responsibilities piling up. Self-care is essential for managing...


Vegetarian chili
A recipe for a simple, tasty, and healthy vegetarian chili that yields 4-6 servings. Recipe adapted from COOKIE+Kate Image from COOKIE+Kate Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium red onion, chopped 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 2 medium carrots, chopped 2 ribs celery, chopped ½ teaspoon salt 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced 2 tablespoons chili powder* 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika* 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 large can (28 ounces) diced tomat


Brain Food: Quick and Healthy Snacks to Fuel Your Focus
University life is a whirlwind of lectures, assignments, and late-night study sessions. With so much on your plate, it’s easy to reach for fast food or sugary snacks—but what you eat plays a crucial role in your ability to concentrate, retain information, and stay energized. Instead of grabbing another energy drink or a bag of chips, try these brain-boosting snacks that are quick, nutritious, and perfect for fueling your focus. Retrieved from Pexels.com Nuts and Seeds A handf


Sexual Health Awareness Week
Sexual health isn’t just about avoiding STIs—it’s about understanding your body, making informed choices, and feeling empowered in your...


Eating Disorder Awareness Week
University life comes with new experiences, challenges, and pressures—including those related to food and body image. While conversations around mental health are growing, eating disorders often remain misunderstood or overlooked. As students navigating stressful academic and social environments, it's important to recognize the signs, understand the risks, and know how to support yourself and others. Retrieved from Pexels.com What Are Eating Disorders? Eating disorders are se


Black Bean brownies
This recipe makes 9-12 black bean brownies! Recipe inspired by Chocolate Covered Katie . Image from Chocolate Covered Katie Ingredients 1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well) (250g after draining) 2 tbsp cocoa powder (10g) 1/2 cup quick oats (40g) (See nutrition link below for substitutions) 1/4 tsp salt 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave (75g) pinch uncut stevia OR 2 tbsp sugar (or omit and increase maple syrup to 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup coconut o


Finance 101: Creating a Financial Plan for Your Future While in University
Retrieved from Pexels.com Building on Your Credit As students, credit can seem like a mysterious or even intimidating concept. However,...


VEGGIE NOODLE BOWLS
For the January Fresh Food Box, we are making veggie noodle bowls, inspired by this recipe from AllRecipes...
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