Did you know that just one cup of mangoes provide 100% of your daily intake of Vitamin C? It also has 12% of your daily fiber intake, and contains over 20 different vitamins and minerals. Combine that with it’s fresh taste and you’ll want a mango every day! Luckily, even though mangoes are only grown in tropical climates, they are generally offered in American stores year round. Try out a unique mango recipe today with this crunchy Thai salad for a flavorful new twist to your traditional salad. » More …

Guest Post By: Pablo Monsivais, Ph.D., MPH
Associate Professor – Nutrition and Exercise Physiology

Last week I wrote about some of the wellness benefits of biking to work and the Campus Bike Challenge. This week I give you a bit more detail about the Campus Bike Challenge and provide some tips that could make your bike commute to work more pleasant, safe and fun!

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Guest Post By: Pablo Monsivais, Ph.D., MPH
Associate Professor – Nutrition and Exercise Physiology

What one thing can lighten your body, lighten your mood, and lighten your impact on the environment?  Biking to work! » More …

Earth day is less than a week away now, and if asked how your daily routine impacts the environment, what would you say? Many of us would likely consider our daily commute or perhaps even recycling habits to be the main contributors of our carbon footprint. While these are important factors to consider, have you ever thought about what you eat also has an impact on the environment? » More …