Nutrition and Disordered Eating
Eating Well at Rice
Life as a college student can be frantic! Rice students are very busy balancing academic and social commitments. Often simple things like eating a well-balanced and healthy diet can be overlooked. Grabbing food on the go and consuming lots of caffeine can become a basic survival technique.
The foods that you eat can have a big impact on how you feel: from increased energy levels and concentration spans, to your mood and resilience to cope with the pressures of being a Rice student. Taking time out to consider what you eat is very important.
Eating Disorders
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Free for Rice Students!
Set yourself up for healthy lifelong eating habits, and 'rate your plate' to improve the quality of your diet. Book a FREE appointment with a nutritionist by calling 713-348-5194.
The first 3 appointments are free to all Rice Students.
Appointments are available Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 AM - 5 PM.
Call 713-348- 5194 to book an appointment today!
Weight Management
Are you looking to loose 20 lbs. or more? Are you interested in the health benefits of maintaining a healthy weight? Are you interested in taking part in a group weight management program?
The Wellness Center has collaborated with the Recreation Department to offer a comprehensive weight management program as an LPAP course entitled LPAP 192: Exercise and Weight Management. See a description in the online course catalog.
An initial screening session with the Wellness Center's nutritionist and a physician's approval are recommended before enrolling in the course.
Assess Your Nutrition
Are you getting enough fruits and vegetables? Should you eat more protein? Is there such a thing as "good" and "bad" carbs? Consult the links to nutrition resources:
- USDA Food & Nutrition Information Center
- Fitday: An online food journal
- Nutrition Source: Harvard School of Public Health
- The New Food Guide Pyramid: Track your nutrition and exercise
Best of the Bad
You don't have to give up eating out to still eat healthy.
- What you order is the key. It's easy to eat an entire day's worth of fat, salt, and calories in just one fast-food meal. But it's also possible to make wise choices and eat a fairly healthy meal.
- Get some quick tips for fast food dining.
Navigating the Nutrion Label
Making better food choices means understanding the nutrition facts panel or food label. The following guide can help you to navigate the sometimes confusing world of food labels. Key terms include portion size, total calories and fat.
Learn how to navigate the label.
In Your Servery
What's on the menu today? What's healthy to eat at your servery? Check out your on-campus food news.
