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Nutrition

Native Sun set to rise again

Native Sun set to rise again

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 6, 2020

A popular, much beloved grab-and-go restaurant that doubled as a deli and food store is set to reopen February 12. Native Sun Natural Foods Market announced its close in August of 2019, effectively...

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New year, new resolutions: Healthy tips

New year, new resolutions: Healthy tips

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Jan 17, 2020

As usual, a new year means new goals, new beginnings and lifestyle changes. Resolutions can be a fun way to kick-start any changes you feel need to take place in the upcoming year. While most of them...

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Put your money where your mouth is: students have opinions on meal periods

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Dec 6, 2019

Restrictions on the meal plan has given first-year students some strong opinions. The Meal Plan has what is called “meal periods” which allows students to eat once between each period.  “On most...

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graphic by Lianna Norman

Beat the cold: At home remedies for stuffy noses and sore throats

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Nov 20, 2019

The winter season is upon us, and we all know what that means: The common cold. As college students, medical bills can be expensive, and we don't always have the time for an hour-long doctors visit...

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Beyond a breakfast sandwich

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter Nov 9, 2019

If you're looking to get something quick for breakfast but don't eat meat, Dunkin Donuts has you covered. After testing in New York earlier this week, Dunkin Donuts finally brought their Beyond Sausage®...

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Eliminating food waste for the win (and for the tablet)

Eliminating food waste for the win (and for the tablet)

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Oct 3, 2019

Dining Services is hosting a Project Clean Plate event where students are encouraged to present their clean plates to Dining Services after they are finished with their meal in order to be entered into...

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A fish.

UNF nutritionist comments on the rising mercury levels in fish

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Aug 21, 2019

A new study shows that mercury levels in fish have increased due to climate change, but a UNF nutritionist offers some advice on how to avoid this neurotoxic substance.  While mercury isn’t harmful...

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Dietary restrictions? Where to eat when there's nowhere to eat

Dietary restrictions? Where to eat when there’s nowhere to eat

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Jul 29, 2019

If you're vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-intolerant or on any type of diet with food restrictions, you've probably spent quite a bit of time looking for places to eat here in Jacksonville. Diets...

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How healthy eating could improve your college life

How healthy eating could improve your college life

Darvin Nelson Jul 11, 2019

With back to back classes and endless assignments, most of us tend to forget about our nutritional needs. By taking some time to think about what you need to eat, you can give college your best academic...

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Is vaping really any better for you?

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 29, 2019

E-cigarettes have become commonly known and used in recent times. Most are advertised to be less harmful compared to your average tobacco-filled cigarettes, but is this really true? The advertisement...

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The All-American burger was a must-try at a 50s diner.  Photo by Courtney Stringfellow.

Hope you’re hungry…It’s National Burger Day

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 28, 2019

May 28 is National Burger day, here's a list of places participating in the holiday that you can join in celebration. BurgerFi: You can get a $5 cheeseburger today, through in-store purchase only. The...

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“Study drug” abuse and its side effects

Breanna Catalo, Features Editor May 20, 2019

The use of Adderall and other related drugs has soared over the past twenty years, according to Simon Aberg with the National Center for Health Research. One reason for the increase in use has been...

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