How Students Can Develop a Healthy Relationship With Food — Syracuse University News

When students begin their Syracuse University journeys, not only are they beginning their professional pursuits, they’re also in charge of what they eat and when they eat—a new experience for many students. Routine home-cooked meals are replaced with busy, varied schedules and a plethora of choices in the University’s dining halls. It’s a big change for students, one that, if not handled properly, could set them up for a lifetime of potentially unhealthy decisions involving food. Deirdre Smith-Howard Thankfully, for students who are struggling to maintain a healthy relationship with food, the Barnes Center at The Arch employs two registered…Continue Reading

‘Healthy food doesn’t have to be boring’: Chef Amrita Raichand

Ccelebrity chef Amrita Raichand is a name synonymous with the Indian culinary scene. But she got her start by acting for advertisements, working with brands like Ponds, Parle, Maggi Noodles, and what not. Remember the Whirlpool mom? Yes, that’s Raichand for you. Fast forward to 2024 and you’ll find her hosting cooking shows and sharing simple recipes on social media, which she says has been a boon during the Covid-19 pandemic, “when traditional avenues like television shows were gone”. With around half a million followers on Instagram, Raichand has now ventured into philanthropy by collaborating with the Salaam Bombay Foundation,…Continue Reading

Will the Atlantic Diet Dethrone the Mediterranean Diet?

Key Takeaways The Atlantic diet is a traditional diet from northwest Spain and Portugal that is similar to the Mediterranean diet but includes more red meat and dairy. Research has linked the Atlantic diet with some health benefits such as reduced risk of metabolic syndrome and death. A traditional diet from northwest Spain and northern Portugal known as the Atlantic diet may be the next trendy diet for healthy eating. A new study suggests the Atlantic Diet could reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that could develop into heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Although…Continue Reading