Photos by Gabriela Rhema Let's be honest: College campuses will never be known as beacons of healthy, or even tasty, eating. Pepperdine is no different. Even with all of the stairs, your daily calorie count is probably going to increase. And that's perfectly OK; being young and in college means that you don't always have to stress over your meals. However, if you find … [Read more...] about Eat This, Not That: Caf Edition
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Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
Photo by Shayla Girardin The holidays are quickly approaching and for most of us this means a host of holiday treats and goodies. After months of hitting the books and finishing off your finals the holidays can be a much needed time of rest and rejuvenation. We deserve it! But the change of schedule, lazy days and holiday treats aren’t always conducive to healthy living. So … [Read more...] about Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
Too Much on Your Plate: Part II
Art by Brooke Muschott If you’re fighting stress, fatigue or weight gain you may not have enough on your plate… That’s right! Any of these symptoms could be side effects from not eating often enough. Eating regularly is crucial if you want keep your metabolism at full speed. And, oftentimes this can be a challenge for college students with hectic schedules. This is … [Read more...] about Too Much on Your Plate: Part II
Too Much on Your Plate: Part I
Art by Brooke Muschott “I haven’t eaten all day.” Do those words sounds familiar? During my freshman year, and later as a Resident Advisor, I remember hearing this phrase far too often. Girls said it constantly — in the dorms, at the Caf, in class. This statement always blew my mind. I was raised on the principle that three healthy meals a day and/or a snack every two to … [Read more...] about Too Much on Your Plate: Part I
Nam Knows Best: Noms for Nam
Fine dining at our dear old Waves Cafeteria So sue me: I love the Caf. I love Marina who always asks me if I’ve had my coffee yet. I love the sample cups by the salad bar. I love the salad bar. I love the french fries. I love the bowl of Craisins because they are perfect if you just need something sweet and want to fool yourself into thinking you're eating a fruit but you're … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: Noms for Nam