health and wellness

University hosts build-your-own bowl event

The bar-style event will allow students to choose from a variety of grains and add their selection of vegetables and other toppings.

Cornell debuts 100% gluten-free dining hall

It is the second college eatery in the country to be certified gluten-free.

Jackfruit takes the protein spotlight

It emerged as a top food trend on Pinterest’s 2017 predictions, is “the latest miracle food” according to Epicurious, and was called “a nutritional bonanza” by NPR.

An allergen-free take on chicken tetrazzini

The No Whey station in the main dining hall at Georgia Southern University offers students meals that are free of the eight most common allergens.

Attract guests to healthy options with inviting signs

When an FSD visited Minneapolis Public Schools, she noticed big branded signs on top of the salad bars. When she got back to her district, she recreated them.

College introduces dragonfruit bowl

The bowl can be eaten by students following vegan and lactose-free diets.

NY school districts receive grant for buying local

Through the grant, the districts have hired a farm to school team, implemented a farm to school menu day and purchased fruit sectioners so students can slice their own fruit.