Healthy UNH Blogger: Katelyn Coe
Healthy Eating Habits and Portion Size After a relaxing summer vacation, it’s time for the kids to start the school year and ease back into your busy schedule. It might be tempting to order takeout from your favorite restaurant, but a better choice is getting the entire family involved in making a nutritious dinner. Teach your kids to pour and stir ingredients, wash potatoes, and peel vegetables. Cook old family recipes or create new meal options. A home-cooked meal shows children healthy... Read More
What You Need To Know About Gluten! According to the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, despite the gluten free diet craze to lose weight, there is no published evidence suggesting that this diet is beneficial for the general healthy population. “In fact, there are data to suggest that gluten itself may provide some health benefits.” But what is gluten? Gluten is a protein found in foods like wheat, rye, and barley. So, who should adopt a gluten-free lifestyle? Individuals... Read More
12 Easy Ways to Add Fitness to Your Summer! According to the Harvard School of Public Health, “Getting regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your health. It lowers the risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and certain cancers, and it can also help control stress, improve sleep, boost mood, keep weight in check, and reduce the risk of falling and improve cognitive function in older adults.” Do a workout you like, but don’t do... Read More
On June 3, 2015, students, faculty, and staff will join together in front of the Whitt to participate in the 7th annual Walk NH at UNH on the Durham campus. This event encourages people to get excited about getting active and overall wellness. #WalkNHunh is an opportunity to socialize with friends, family, coworkers, and meet other members of our community. Walking is a great exercise because it is easy, free, and can be done anywhere. According to the American Heart Association, “Walking... Read More
When you are feeling stressed, laughter has great short-term and long-term effects! The end of the semester is often a stressful time for everyone. This can lead to tension in the office or at home. How can you get rid of tension and stress? Try laughing! Laughing is a great way to relieve stress! Whether you’re laughing with one of your coworkers or at funny video on YouTube, laughing has a positive impact on your mental and physical health. According to the Mayo Clinic, laughing can: Improve... Read More
“More than half of the U.S. population lives within five miles of their workplace, making bicycling a feasible and fun way to get to work.” May 15th is Bike to Work Day at UNH; and what better way to celebrate the warm weather than an enjoyable bike ride. Whether you take advantage of the bike lanes on the street, or want to go for a ride during your lunch break, biking is an easy way to get the recommended 150 minutes of physical activity. Your commute could become the best part of your day... Read More
The UNH Community Will Not Stand for Sexual Assault The goal of Sexual Assault Awareness month is to educate and raise awareness throughout the month of April. On April 9th, SHARPP and the UNH members will gather on the Great Lawn (in front of DeMerrit Hall) to participate in the Stepping Out Against Violence at UNH: RALLY&WALK! This walk is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff, and Durham community members to work together to make UNH a safer place. Also, this event will... Read More
According to the American Public Health Association, “Today, your zip code says too much about your health. Within the United States, there are unacceptable disparities in health by race and ethnic group, state-by-state and even county-by-county.” This week is National Public Health Week; its goal is to make the United States healthiest nation by 2030! Fortunately, as UNH students, the majority of us have access to proper health care, food, a gym, and to a higher education. Here, at UNH we... Read More
A Challenge from Healthy UNH Intern: Katelyn In an age where students are constantly on the go from classes, work and various activities, healthy eating may not be a priority. As an off campus student, it takes even more time and planning to be mindful of the food you are consuming. At times it may be easy to eat out every night with your friends, but you are more likely to be spending more money and eating more calories, versus you making a version of that meal at home. For many students,... Read More
Midterms are done! Are you traveling for Spring Break? Spring break is the perfect time for students to relax, and hang out with friends. Whether you are heading to the Bahamas, Cancun, or traveling to another sunny, fun filled destination, incorporate healthy eating into your vacation. Don’t forget to incorporate healthy eating on vacation. Here are some nutritional tips to be sure your body feels great: Good snacks you can bring to the beach: fruits, vegetables and hummus, nuts Stay... Read More
Major: Nutrition, Dietetics
Home Town: South Boston, MA
Graduation Year: 2016
What do you do to make a Healthy UNH? I always take advantage of the Puck and Stick open ice at the Whitt. It is a great way to stay in shape through a friendly game of hockey and to meet new people on campus. Also, I enjoy the meal exchange program at Union Court. It is easy to get a healthy meal there, and it's a great place to get some homework done.
Favorite Food: Chicken. There are literally thousands of the recipes, so I never get bored of eating it.
Favorite Movie: Good Will Hunting
Favorite Book: I read all the time, so picking my favorite book is a tough one for me! My top three would be: Of Mice and Men, Tuesdays with Morrie, and The Language of Flowers.
What place in the world do you most want to visit & why?
So far, I have checked off Italy, Spain, and France on my travel list. My next destination is Greece! I’m excited not only to learn more about the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, but also to practice it everyday and take these experiences into the field of nutrition. Being able to communicate with people from different cultures and countries is vital to being a successful leader and dietitian.
Favorite Dining Hall and why: Hoco- because of the amazing omelet bar in the morning and stir-fry bar in the evenings.
What do you love about UNH? I love that there is always something to do on campus- whether it’s catching a hockey game, going for a run through college woods, or attending events in the MUB.
As a Healthy UNH Intern, what are you most excited about?
As a returning intern, I can’t wait to interact with students at our events throughout the semester. I’m excited to better my own writing skills and to promote all of the great programs UNH offers to students, faculty, and staff.
