Eating a healthy and balanced diet enhances academic and personal success. Food = Mood! To perform and feel your best, follow these nutrition tips:
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Eat fruits and veggies every day.
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Include a variety of protein foods.
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Make half your grains whole grains.
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Limit foods with added sugars and high sodium.
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Don’t forget to hydrate!
Eat Well with ISU Dieticians and the Healthy Bengal Menu
Make an Appointment with the Chartwells Dietician
No cost services for ISU students.
Make an Appointment with the ISU Health Center Dietician
No cost services for ISU students.
Healthy Bengal Menu
When dining on campus, use our Healthy Bengal Menu as a guide! Our menu includes healthy choices from all dining areas on campus. Find something nutritious and delicious!
Enhance Your Food Security
Meal Share Program
Request on-campus meals to ensure you can stay focused on your studies and success. Or, support your fellow Bengals by donating your extra meals.
Benny's Pantry
Get safe and nutritious food to alleviate food insecurity. Be empowered to focus on learning!
SNAP Eligibility
SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being. Click the link to answer a few questions about yourself to see if you qualify for SNAP. It takes less than 3 minutes!
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My Plate
Learn to meal plan with MyPlate.
Dietary Guidelines
Review the recommended dietary guidelines for Americans.
College Recipes
Try out 27 easy recipes every college student should know.