Lab grown meat derived from plant matter?! Sounds like Science Fiction, but really it’s the newest trend in the culinary world. Join us for a quick half hour session and learn all about plant-based alternative meats from our Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Quick Bites is a brief, virtual lunch and learn activity on Zoom with our RDN, Jody Margolis, who will cover various nutrition hot topics. You’ll have the opportunity to ask the expert and expand your nutritional knowledge.

Zoom link: https://uci-hipaa.zoom.us/j/96041472862

Misinformation on social media has always been a problem. Whether it’s science, politics, popular culture, or any other topic, you can be sure there will be different opinions and heated conversations. Some of the most misrepresented subjects are nutrition, diet, and body image, as they are all subjects related to showing off a certain lifestyle or body type. Learn how to not be misled by social media influencers.

Quick Bites is a brief, virtual lunch and learn series on Zoom with our RDN, Jody Margolis, who will cover various nutrition hot topics. You’ll have the opportunity to ask the expert and expand your nutritional knowledge. Keep an eye on our social media and calendars to see when the next Quick Bites session will be.

Zoom Link: https://uci-hipaa.zoom.us/j/94463510082

Caffeine, the lifeblood of college students. Learn how this stimulant can be helpful or harmful, and how you can safely enjoy your favorite caffeinated beverages.

Quick Bites is a brief, virtual lunch and learn series on Zoom with our RDN, Jody Margolis, who will cover various nutrition hot topics. You’ll have the opportunity to ask the expert and expand your nutritional knowledge. Keep an eye on our social media and calendars to see when the next Quick Bites session will be.

Zoom Link: https://uci-hipaa.com.us/j/96150195553

If you think you may have an eating disorder you are not alone! Join us for National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, 2/22-25^th to learn more.  Our campus has an Eating Disorder Consultative Team that can help you so please reach out to the Student Health Center, Counseling Center, or Student Wellness & Health Promotion’s Nutrition Programs Mgr.and ask for information.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is an annual campaign to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders and to provide hope, support, and visibility to individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
 
This year’s theme is See the Change, Be the Change. UCI Counseling Center is graciously co-sponsoring various events. 
 

• Mon, 2/21^st Resource tabling @ ARC all week  – stop by and get a  free body affirmation card (while supplies last)
•  Tues, 2/22^nd  “Be the change/See the change” Resource tabling -expand your awareness of eating disorders and where to get help on our campus (sponsored by Counseling Center 11am-1pm SC Ring 25)
  •  4-5pm Social Media and Disordered Eating Workshop (via Zoom link https://uci-hipaa.zoom.us/j/98034301044)
    (led by Student Wellness & Health Promotion’s  dietitian Jody Margolis  and Counseling Center’s Sr. Staff Psychologist Dr. Tatiana Kassar)  Come see if you are at risk, how to spot fad diets and find social media that promotes body neutrality and anti-diet culture.
•  Wed, 2/23^rd 10-11am Journal to Wellness theme: anti-diet culture – explore and improve your relationship to food and your body through journal prompts (led by Student Wellness & Health Promotions’ Body Image Peer Health Educators via Zoom 914 0429 4979)
  •  1-2pm Body Neutrality Workshop (via Zoom led by Dr. Yuri Choi Counseling Center)  https://uci-hipaa.zoom.us/s/92274574035
• Friday, 2/25^th “Nourish to Flourish” Resource tabling  sponsored by Student Wellness & Health Promotion,  11am-1pm Student Center Ring  (eating disorder resources and  free anti-diet culture stickers & succulent plants while supplies last)

Student’s budgets can be tight, especially these days. Learn how to purchase nutritious and healthy food on a limited budget.

Zoom Link: https://uci-hipaa.zoom.us/j/96950957167