Healthy UNH Blogger: Lindsay Filicicchia
The physical benefits of exercise are commonly known, such as weight control, cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. However, studies show that although exercise is a physical activity, it has an effect on our mental state as well. A study conducted at the University of Haifa International School found that exercise reduces depression and burnout rates. The study analyzed 1,632 Israeli workers through questionnaires and follow up appointments over the course of nine years. The... Read More
In 1977, the FDA decided that it was dangerous to systematically treat farm animals with antibiotics because their widespread use in farm animals would reduce their effectiveness in humans. Some steps were taken to enforce the 1977 law such as an FDA recommendation in 2010 that farmers seek the advice of a veterinarian before using antibiotics on their animals. Despite these efforts and the knowledge of risk, though, antibiotics are still used routinely by farmers. A recent ruling was made... Read More
Usually when I think of Health Services on campus I think of the place I would go if I’m feeling sick and need medical care or a prescription. However, after visiting the UNH Health Services website I realized how many other helpful programs and services they provide for the UNH community. One service they provide is massage therapy. Massage therapy can be used simply for relaxation and stress relief. Many athletes use it to relieve pain from sore muscles and joints. Also, the health... Read More
Do you pay outrageous amounts of money for your medications? The FDA just issued guidelines that will allow drug companies to make duplicates of certain medications called biotech drugs. The result of this will be increased market competition and decreased cost for medications. Biotech drugs are expensive, injectable medications. Prior to the recently developed FDA guidelines, biotech companies claimed that their drugs could not be duplicated due to their high-tech nature. Since they are... Read More
Often vegetables have a stigma attached to them as being tasteless and unpleasant to eat. Also, it can seem like a salad is the only way to get your greens for the day. However, there are plenty of creative recipes that incorporate vegetables to provide the nutrients you need while still tasting delicious. The first two include kale, one of the most nutrient rich greens, loaded with Vitamin K, Vitamin C, calcium and 5g of fiber. Its antioxidant content provides some protection against... Read More
Let’s face it: a great pair of high heels is stylish and they really do complete an outfit. However, the reality is that the foot was not designed to be in permanent arched position while walking. The effect that high heels have on the body was examined in a study done by researchers at Griffith University in Queensland, Australia. Nine women were selected who had worn high heels for at least 40 hours a week for at least 2 years, as well as a control group of 10 women who rarely wore heels... Read More
Home Town: Londonderry, NH
Major: Dietetics
Graduation Year: 2013
Favorite Dining Hall: Philbrook
What do you love about UNH?: I love that there are so many campus organizations to choose to be invovled in.
What do you do to make a Healthy UNH?: I like to stay active by doing fun things like cross-country skiing and zumba class!
