Not a missed steak
Becoming a vegetarian offers benefits far beyond health
It’s been over two years since I first decided to become a vegetarian — a choice that didn’t come without hesitation. I cut meat out of my diet completely. I […]
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Careful consumption
National Alcohol Screening Day encouraged UI students to examine drinking habits
By the time lunch rolled around in the University of Idaho Commons, the smell of pizza brought students upstairs to check out National Alcohol Screening Day. Students were encouraged to […]
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Healthy eating is the key to a healthy and happy lifestyle, not just working out
Now that we are through February, it is safe to say that those who have stuck to their healthy New Year’s resolutions are making progress. Many others went to the […]
Guest Voice — Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Do you know someone who might have an eating disorder and you aren’t sure how to help? If you do, or would like to learn more about eating disorders, […]
Guest Voice — Talking safe sex
As an intern for Vandal Health Education, I am aware that a lot of sexual health information was being given out to students over Valentine’s Day, which is also recognized […]
New semester, new stress — Guest Voice
Destress and de-clutter your semester with these tips
We dove into the beginning of the spring semester with fresh minds, new schedules and new resolutions. We had the motivation to stay organized, hit the gym and eat healthy. […]
Healthy holiday consumerism — Black Friday does not have to be a soul-sucking experience
The Thanksgiving holiday is normally a time for comfort with the family but Black Friday has quickly become more of a black hole, sucking in everyone’s gratitude and spitting out […]
A safe, healthy Halloween — Stick together and stay respectful during a week made for celebration
There are certain weeks in a student’s experience that are inherently “college” — weeks such as Homecoming Week, Dead Week and “Halloweek.” From Labor Day to Thanksgiving, breaks and days […]
The importance of self-care — How self-care can bring out a better you for a healthy lifestyle
From a young age, children are told the importance of self-care. Too often, however, they receive mixed messages about what self-care means and how to handle their complex emotions.
Shining light on well-being — Health and Rec fair shines light on mental illness and other aspects of well-being
Health and wellness is a priority for the University of Idaho, which is why Vandal Health Education and Campus Recreation put together a Health and Rec Fair each school year.