How can the body acceptance program at UVU help you? 

October 9, 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutes The body acceptance program is a program meant for women and girls attending UVU to learn about the “appearance ideal” and how to resist allowing it to alter how they see themselves and others. It is a four-week program, offered at least once a semester. Most often the interns of the Wellness Programs at UVU […]

Yoga Class

October 4, 2023

Reading Time: < 1 minute Did you know that UVU SLWC offers fitness classes like Jiu Jitsu, Zumba, and Yoga? This week Jonah Simon dives deep into the world of yoga with Natasha Ernst to find out why YOU should attend. For more information visit: – https://www.uvu.edu/campusrec/slwc/fi… – https://www.uvu.edu/campusrec/slwc/im…

The long-term effects of caffeine 

September 29, 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutes Regarding health and wellness, a commonly asked question is: “Does caffeine have negative long-term health effects on individuals?” The short answer is maybe, but not in the ways most people think.   First, it helps to consider what caffeine is and how it works. According to the US Institute of Medicine, caffeine, a plant alkaloid usually […]

Sleep: An essential tool for good health 

September 29, 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutes According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one-third of American adults suffer from sleep deprivation. In this article, we will discuss the importance of sleep, how it affects our health, and what we can do to improve our sleep quality.  Why sleep matters  According to Danielle Pacheco and Abhinav Singh […]

Some quick and high-protein meals for when you forget to thaw meat 

September 27, 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutes Chickpea, chicken, or tuna salad sandwiches  All of these main components come out of a can! Just make sure to drain the can first. Having canned chicken, tuna, and chickpeas on hand is always recommended. You can eat these salads on toasted bread;, sourdough works best.   Chickpea salad sandwiches: Empty the can into a bowl […]

At-home mindfulness practices for busy students 

September 14, 2023

Reading Time: 3 minutes “Fall semester!” Some say it with glee — the excitement of meeting old friends and returning to campus evident in their voices — while others say it with despair — the fear of difficult tests and overnight study sessions not forgotten.   According to a TimelyCare survey, as reported by Alcino Donadel of University Business, “The […]

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Exercise and fasting: Is it all cons?

March 15, 2023

Reading Time: 2 minutes From busy work schedules to the time commitment of raising children and attending to other daily activities, the practice of exercising on an empty stomach is taboo among Americans. Should exercising on an empty stomach be avoided, or is the habit beneficial?