Healthy UNH Blogger: Elizabeth Limiadi
This Is The Song Neuroscientists Believe Is The Most Relaxing. Life can be very stressful sometimes. Whether you are worried about your next exam, the new deadline your boss gave you, or a family member being sick, you have a lot on your plate. While there are many techniques to lower your levels of stress, this tip might be the easiest. Music can be the greatest help during times of stress. From listening to it, dancing to it, and even creating it, music can be very therapeutic and comforting... Read More
A Little Insight Before Starting College! If you are a new to the Wildcat family, welcome! You may hear this often, but the next four years is going to fly by. You’re going to make some of the best friends you could have ever asked for, learn how to multitask, and most importantly, learn how to be a functioning adult. During your time at UNH, here are some helpful tips to make the most out of your experience: 1. Join every club that interests you the first day of college. Wildcat Link is a... Read More
The Simplest Things Can Be The Greatest Stress Reducers Writing down your thoughts, your ideas, and feelings can help your mental health in unexpected ways. Whether it’s about your good days or your bad days, writing about it can help make you feel better. I recently went on a volunteer trip to Bali. Every few nights, I sat myself in front of beautiful scenery and started writing. I wrote about my excitement being there, my thoughts on the importance of traveling alone, and reflected on how... Read More
Is the Produce Marked Organic Really Worth Your Money? You see the word “organic” in every grocery store you go to. You may even feel a little healthier when you’re standing in line at check-out with a basket full of organic foods. Then again, you might just be wondering if that organic sticker is even worth it at all. What is organic? Organic produce means that the produce was made without using synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms. Here is some information... Read More
What is it and How Does it Affect Your Health? Kombucha is a drink known as an “immortal health elixir” in ancient China where it was originated. Black or green tea is fermented with sugar of various sources such as cane sugar or honey to create a colony of live bacteria and yeast cultures. Before its description steers you away from trying it, the active cultures are what makes kombucha the newest popular health drink on the market. As it is gaining more popularity, there are many reported... Read More
Being Active is Easy When it’s Warm Outside and you Live in the Beautiful State of New Hampshire. UNH Wildcats—warm weather is finally here! There are so many parks around the Seacoast area to walk, run, and explore in. If the sun and melting snow around our campus isn’t enough to make you want to stay outside, maybe this list will. Plan your next outdoor activities here: 1. Hilton Park (6.1 miles away from campus) Dover Point Rd Dover, NH 03820 2. Prescott Park (11.9 miles away from campus... Read More
Find Out How This Program Can Help You Achieve and Maximize Your Health Goals. In honor of National Public Health Week (April 3-9, 2017), Healthy UNH is here to help. From its establishment in 2008 to present day, Healthy UNH’s mission is to support “lifelong health and wellness”. While this program has contributed to the increasing health and wellness of the UNH campus, helpful information is available online to anyone anywhere who comes across our page. For those who are on campus, here is... Read More
Here’s to Making Hydration More Enjoyable! More research has been published on the benefits of drinking water. However, let’s face it—plain water can be a little boring sometimes. It might be easier reaching for the fruit soda or juice for some bold flavors, but you can easily infuse your own water as a healthier option! By adding fruits, veggies, and herbs in your water and infusing it overnight or for a couple of hours, getting yourself hydrated can be more fun than tedious. Here are some... Read More
Do You Have Questions About Following a Plant-Based Diet? Read More to Find Answers! About 7.3 million people in America follow a vegetarian-based diet, and approximately one million of that count are vegans. As a newly-inspired member of the vegan community for the past year, I get praised and criticized based on my diet. One thing I have noticed is hearing the same misconceptions about a plant-based diet from people who are either against it or are curious and thinking of transitioning. The... Read More
How I Spent 24 Hours Phone-Free I started my 24-hour technology fast at 9:00pm on Monday night after I got home from my last class. I chose Tuesday because I have simulation lab every other week. Last week was an off week, which meant I didn’t have to spend all day and week preparing and stressing out about it. Monday night was pretty tough because I normally like to listen to Pandora in order to fall asleep. I ended up staying up late talking to my roommates. I didn’t miss my phone, but... Read More
Name: Elizabeth Limiadi
Home Town: Cranston, RI
Major: Nursing
Graduation Year: 2017
What do you do to make a Healthy UNH?
I love eating whole, plant-based foods and enjoy cooking very much. I enjoy kickboxing, bikram yoga, hiking and outdoor runs.
Favorite Food: Potatoes cooked any way.
Favorite Movie: Fast & Furious Series
Favorite Book: Eat, Pray, Love
What place in the world do you most want to visit & why?: Greece, because the scenery, food, and culture seems absolutely amazing.
Favorite Dining Hall and why: Philbrook for the all-day breakfast bar.
What do you love about UNH? All the animals on this campus, especially the lovely therapy dogs!
As a Healthy UNH Intern, What are you most excited about?
I’m most excited about collaborating with other students on ways to improve and emphasize the importance of mental and physical health!
