June Issue of Student Health 101

Student Health 101 is a free, interactive magazine written for college students and applicable to college life.

June 2009 edition features:

• a recap of the Ross Szabo presentation (from earlier this quarter) from a student's perspective
  
• 'Summer Love'-- how to stay connected with boyfriends or girlfriends over the summer
  
• 'Play it Safe'-- tips for a healthy summer
  
• 'Men's Health Checklist'-- in honor of Men's Health Month in June
  
• 'Tatoos and Piercings'-- important things to consider before getting inked
  
• 'The Cure for Summertime Blues'-- how to avoid feeling disconnected or homesick over the summer
  
• 'The U Cookbook'-- easy, healthy recipes submitted by other college students
  
• 'Drink Up (Water!)'-- how hydration can catch you by surprise
  
• 'How to Handle Headaches'-- What causes headaches and how to avoid them. In honor of National Headache Week, June 7-13. 
  

To view the June issue, visit: http://issue.sh101digital.com/showmag.php?mid=wfwrds#/page2/

Therapy Fluffies, June 9 on Library Walk

Therapy Dogs International and Pawsitive Teams have teamed up with LiveWell UC San Diego for...

Therapy Fluffies during Finals Week

Studies show that petting a dog relieves stress, which can help you relax before you take your finals.

We will have ten trained, therapy dogs and a Petting Palace for you to spend some time de-stressing with these ADORABLE animals.  A few minutes is all it takes!

Tuesday, June 9t

10- 1:30pm 

Library Walk.

LiveWell Balance Test

Are you living well?

There is an easy, quick survey that you can take to determine which dimensions of wellness you are doing well in and which need more attention.

Here's some sample questions from the LiveWell Balance Test. (The entire test can be found online at http://wellness.ucsd.edu/survey/)

1. Never
2. Seldom/ Occasionally
3. Sometimes
4. Frequently
5. Always or Almost Always

Physical:

• I maintain healthy eating patterns.
  
• I eat at leat 5 servings of fresh fruit and vegetables a day.
  

Spiritual:

• I have a sense of purpose in my life.
  
• I spend time reflecting or meditating.
  

Social:

• I am involved in at least one university or community group.
  
• I have at least one meaningful relationship.
  

Emotional:

• I find healthy ways to cope with stress (exercise, relaxation, social support).
  
• I am able to cope with feelings of sadness and worry.
  

Intellectual:

• I find my academic life fulfilling.
  
• I know how to access academic resources when necessary.
  

Occupational:

• I manage my time effectively.
  
• I have confidence in my job searching skills (resume writing, interviewing, etc.).
  

Environmental:

• I spend time outdoors enjoying nature.
  
• I have adopted water saving habits.
  

Financial:

• I budget my funds so that I don't run out of money.
  
• I am never late on my credit card, tuition/ fees, other payments.

Easy Yoga Poses You Can Do In Your Dorm!

Taking the time to relax and breath before and during Finals Week is a great way to lower stress levels.

Try these 3 easy yoga poses as a 10 minute study break that you can do in your room (or even better, OUTSIDE!)

Uttanasana- Forward Bend (Regulates Blood Pressure)

Stand with legs hip width apart about 8-10 inches away from the wall. Lean back to the wall. Bring arms over head, take a breath in. As you exhale bend forward and let your arms hang down. Keep hips on wall, relax arms, shoulder and neck. Stay for 3-5 breaths and roll back up the wall with an exhalation.

Balasana-- Child's Pose (Stretches the Spine)

Come to floor on hands and knees and relax toes. Sit back on heels and keep arms extended on the floor. Open knees a little wider than your feet and relax forehead to ground. Either keep your arms extended or relax arms to your sides, hands by your feet.
Stay for 3-5 breaths.

Viparita Karani – Inverted Lake Pose (Relieves stress-related headaches)

Sit down close to the wall, with one hip touching the wall. Move legs up the wall while simultaneously lying down on your back. Move hips as close to the wall as comfortable and relax arms to your sides. Stay for 3-5 breaths.

Want to see more Yoga poses?
Check out LiveWell UC San Diego's Flickr page:http://www.flickr.com/photos/livewellucsd/sets/72157618050721966/
Or, join a yoga class through recreation.

Yoga is for all body types and ability levels.

LiveWell Vegan Recipe

Interested in a healthy and environmentally friendly meal? Check out this healthy recipe that's high in fiber and a great source of vegetarian protein.

This LiveWell recipe has been featured this quarter at Canyon Vista in Warren College and is scheduled to be at all of the dining halls in Fall of 2009. Keep an eye out!--- Becky McDivitt, UC San Diego Housing*Dining*Hospitality Registered Dietitian

Malaysian Quinoa [courtesy of Allrecipes.com]


INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups water, divided
1/2 cup dried soy chunks (textured vegetable protein)
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon canned cream of coconut
1/2 bird's eye chile, seeded and minced
1/2 green onion, diced
1 teaspoon chopped cilantro
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
salt and pepper to taste

Boil 1/2 cup water, and pour into a bowl. Mix in soy chunks. Blend in peanut butter, cream of coconut, chile, green onion, and cilantro. Keep warm while the quinoa cooks.
Bring quinoa and remaining 1 cup water to a boil in a pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes, until quinoa is fluffy. Stir in the soy chunks and peanut butter sauce, and season with salt and pepper to serve.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Servings Per Recipe: 2

Calories: 326

Total Fat: 9.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 534mg
Total Carbs: 35.1g
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30.8g

De-Stress @ Stress Free Zone

LiveWell UC San Diego, CAPS, and The Wellness Peers are proud to present...

STRESS-FREE ZONE

June 3 from 10am to 2pm on Library Walk.

Come by to get free snacks and goodies!

• stress balls and palm twisters
  
• biofeedback demonstrations
  
• bubbles
  
• hi-lighters
  
• healthy snacks
  
• massages
  
• arts & crafts
  
• music & dancing