You have probably heard about how important it is to take care of your body and eat right, but do you really take much time to treat yourself?

At some point, we all need time to relax, reflect and recharge. I’m talking about intentional isolation.

The summer months are coming to an end, but the Phoenix heat is here to stay. We know it’s hard to even walk to your car, let alone work out in 104 degree weather, so we’ve come up with this list to help you out! Keep cool and stay active these next few weeks with some fun fitness ideas.

Swimming

SDFC pool

Do you find it hard to fall asleep at night? Do you find yourself reaching for an Ambien or ZzzQuil more often than you’d like?

First, know that you’re not alone, as 60 million Americans — lots of them students like us — admit to having experienced insomnia. But second, know that there are other ways to fall asleep faster without turning to medication.

Here are just five of the many possibilities:

Trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but you just can’t stop eating Taco Bell? Well, here’s a vegetarian friendly taco recipe that will keep you full and satisfied, maybe even send you into a food-coma. This recipe makes two tacos, but they’re definitely thick, so you can alter the measurements to your liking!

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Nachos don’t always sound like the healthiest option, but if done correctly, they can be nutritious and easy to make! This microwave nacho recipe can be prepared in a dorm room and will be ready to enjoy in as little as five minutes!

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Green smoothies are a great way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day.  Not only are they delicious, but they are also nutritious. Here are our favorite recipes just for you!

Vanilla-Banana Smoothie (With a twist!)

Ingredients:

  • 1 frozen banana
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 scoop low-fat vanilla yogurt
  • Green food coloring

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Eating right and sticking to a balanced diet is essential to Building Your Best You. But consulting with a registered dietitian can help students start down a path to proper nutrition and help those already on that path stay focused on reaching their goals. Luckily, the SDFC has its own dietitian to help both sets of students. 

The dreaded “Freshman 15,” an extra 15 pounds students are said to gain their freshman year of college, is something that has haunted incoming students for decades. However, college newbies may rest easier knowing that they aren’t at a high risk of such a hefty weight gain, and the “Freshman 15” is largely a myth.

It is widely known that food has a direct impact on the body, but did you know that your diet can also affect your mind?

Your brain is constantly working, and it uses the nutrients obtained from the food you eat as its energy source. See how your brain might work differently running on healthy meals vs chips and soda?

We don’t know about you, but ordering in has become the highlight of our week during COVID times. There’s nothing like getting your favorite meal delivered to your door and curling up for an episode of your favorite show. Here are five Tempe takeout spots you won’t be able to resist dialing up this semester, curated by a Tempe local.

1. The Dhaba

Order by phone: 480-557-8800

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