Health Tips from a health nut 10 theTrinitonian SEPT.13.2013
Guest Column
Jackie Newell Two years ago, I was a sophomore on the crosscountry team. To say that I was active is an understatement; I was running 50 miles a week. So with all of that activity, you’re probably thinking I was a healthy, fit athlete, but that was not the case. I looked like an American and I ate like an American. I wasn’t fat, not at all, but I was definitely sabotaging my running efforts with my diet. I made a change to my diet the summer before my junior year, which led to huge improvements in my race times and turned me into the athlete I am today. So, how did I do it? Here are a few tips for athletes who want to gain an edge over competitors through eating what I call The In-Season Diet. First of all, eat what is going to serve you. When you think about inhaling a piece of cheesecake, ask yourself: is this going to help my body recover from a workout? Is this going to make me feel sluggish for the next two hours? If the answer is yes, grab something that is going to leave you satisfied and energized, like a handful of almonds or a sandwich on whole grain bread.
Next, alcohol should be a once-in-a-while indulgence. Those calories are immediately stored as fat, not burned for energy. Sometimes I hear people justify binge drinking with “well, I was up walking around all night, so it’s fine that I drank so much.” As much as I wish that were true, it’s just not the way it works. If you want to see real results, you have to commit entirely to your cause. Offering to be a sober driver will not only win points with your friends, but also help you maintain a healthy, competition-ready body. Plan meals ahead of time. This may seem obvious, but at times it can be tricky. If you walk past Nacho Hour and decide on a whim to get a huge plate of cheese-covered nachos, you are eating something you did not originally plan for. Just saying no to these spur-of-themoment indulgences can do worlds of good for all of the solid training that you put in. Finally, be consistent and go all-in. One of my teammates always says, “You have to bet big to win big.” In this case I mean you have to give it 100 percent if you want to reap all the benefits of your new, healthier lifestyle. The results will not be instant - they are long-term - but trust me when I say they are worth it. Good luck to all athletic teams this year. Let’s make this one the best yet. And remember, when the season is over there will be plenty of cheesecake, alcohol and nachos waiting for you!
What about the senior 15 Guest Column Clare Burch
This year I have had the awesome privilege of living off campus with some of my closest friends. We have tons of space, plenty of food options and the freedom of being on our own. However, it has come to my attention that I was a far healthier person living on campus than I have been living in my off-campus house. When my friends and I looked at houses last year, one of our few requirements was a nice kitchen. After three years of living in dorms and having to carry all our supplies to the dorm kitchen every time we wanted to make our own
cookies, we were so excited to move on. Now that we have the kitchen, we are occasionally able to make some of the food ideas we pinned on Pinterest, but more often than not, there is only time for it on the weekends. While it sounds like a great idea to be able to take advantage of having a kitchen and make your own delicious food, it takes a lot of time and effort which as
“While it sounds like a great idea to be able to take advantage of having a kitchen and make your own delicious food, it takes a lot of time and effort which as a Trinity student I just do not have.”
a Trinity student I just do not have. While it would be cost efficient to bring a healthy lunch, it is far easier to run into Coates and grab one of their delicious sandwiches. And while I never thought I would say this, I really miss Mabee. The food in there is actually pretty great (I hear I am missing out on the newly improved pasta line) and I used to love sitting with all my friends at dinner and catching up. These days, I often find myself eating a brownie or cookie for breakfast (if I have anything at all), just because it’s quick and easy. Talk about an easy way to gain the “senior fifteen.” It is easy to see I was much healthier while I still lived at Trinity. So here’s a new perspective to consider next time you are upset that Mabee is not serving your favorite meal: it is convenient, it is easy and, at least to this senior, the healthy food they serve is looking pretty great.
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graphic by Samantha Skory
There is no better way to truly appreciate the fine taste of the liquor you’re drinking than by drinking it on the rocks. Typical on-the-rocks caloric content: less than 100 calories.
Staff Column Elif Yucel Who doesn’t like drinking? Definitely not me. But I also don’t like waking up the morning after a night of drinking feeling like a hippopotamus. So below are some slightly lower-calorie options that you can indulge in at the bar.
1. On the rocks: If I were able to stomach the taste of straight liquor (all I want to be is Don Draper), I would be ordering this at the bar every time (although, really, what’s the difference between a couple of cubes in a cup and a 1.5oz glass). Ordering your favorite liquor on the rocks is probably the best calorie-conscious option you can take, not to mention, the easiest to get you drunk. Win-win, right? Just kidding. I’m not an alcoholic.
2. Vodka Soda: Because you need something else to drink when you can’t order a Bloody Mary. A vodka soda is a great low-calorie option at the bar because soda water has zero calories, so you’re only getting the vodka calories. Drop in a lime for some flavor, or, if you’re looking for a sweeter option, try a vodka tonic. Typical caloric count: 65-70 calories for a vodka soda and 100 calories for a vodka tonic. 3. Mimosa: That drink you accidentally order instead of a Bloody Mary at brunch. Everyone knows the mimosa: champagne and orange juice in a nice little flute glass. It’s a tasty companion to your omelet in the morning, and not only do you get the bubbly satisfaction of champagne, but you also get a dose of Vitamin C from the orange juice! Typical caloric content: 75-120 per glass depending on champagne-toorange-juice ratio.
4. Bloody Mary: If you can’t tell, I really like Bloody Marys, also known as the greatest drink ever created. This is your classic 11a.m.- 5p.m. drink. Not to mention, it is also the best hangover cure. A typical Bloody Mary consists of tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, a stick of celery and lots of spice. Do not let the tomato juice deter you from this beauty; it is what provides you with lycopenes, an antioxidant found in tomatoes that helps reduce the risk of cancer. Not that you ever needed a reason to make yourself a Bloody Mary, or order one at a bar, but now you have one. If you can take the heat, order it extra spicy. Nothing beats a Bloody Mary that packs a good punch. And don’t forget to eat the celery! Typical caloric count: 125 and up depending on your glass size and how stiff you like it.
5. Guinness: The good ol’ black Irish lager has been shown in some studies to help reduce the risk of blood clotting and heart disease, and has about 125 calories in 12oz. Or you can opt for the light beer. Nothing beats the taste of an ice cold beer, but, as we all know,
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and have seen by our slowly developing bellies, drinking large quantities of beer is not exactly advantageous for your health. The easy answer is to swap out your normal choice of beer for a lower-calorie, light beer option, such as Budweiser Select, Busch Light, Michelob Ultra, etc. Be wary, though! Most light beers have lower alcohol content (no one wants that), so your caloric intake could end up being the same as if you had ordered a regular (and better-tasting) beer. Typical caloric count: 55100 for light beers. Most craft beers: 120-150.
6. Wine: Not only is this a classy drink to order at dinner or a bar, but it is also a drink that is beneficial to your health. Many wines are rich in antioxidant compounds called polyphenols, which promote cardiovascular health. Red wines are typically are higher in polyphenols than white wines are, although some studies have shown that white wine can also promote healthy lungs. So remember, a glass of red wine a day keeps the doctor away. Typical caloric count: 120 for a 5oz glass.
The best deals on these “healthy” drinks around San Antonio:
1. On the Rocks $2.50 draft and well drinks on Wednesdays Revolution Room 8123 Broadway St. 2. Vodka Soda $3 well drinks Mon. - Fri. 3-7 p.m. and all day Sunday Broadway 50/50 5050 Broadway St 3. Mimosas $12 on Sundays Candlelight 3011 N St Mary’s St 4. Bloody Marys $7 everyday Liberty Bar 8123 Broadway St.
5. Guinness $3 Pints on Mondays Flying Saucer 11255 Huebner Road #212 @ I-10 6. Wine $3.50 cocktails and wine Mon. - Fri. 4-7 p.m. Azuca 713 S. Alamo St.
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theTrinitonian SEPT.13.2013
Health
11
graphic by Samantha Skory
There is no better way to truly appreciate the fine taste of the liquor you’re drinking than by drinking it on the rocks. Typical on-the-rocks caloric content: less than 100 calories.
Staff Column Elif Yucel Who doesn’t like drinking? Definitely not me. But I also don’t like waking up the morning after a night of drinking feeling like a hippopotamus. So below are some slightly lower-calorie options that you can indulge in at the bar.
1. On the rocks: If I were able to stomach the taste of straight liquor (all I want to be is Don Draper), I would be ordering this at the bar every time (although, really, what’s the difference between a couple of cubes in a cup and a 1.5oz glass). Ordering your favorite liquor on the rocks is probably the best calorie-conscious option you can take, not to mention, the easiest to get you drunk. Win-win, right? Just kidding. I’m not an alcoholic.
2. Vodka Soda: Because you need something else to drink when you can’t order a Bloody Mary. A vodka soda is a great low-calorie option at the bar because soda water has zero calories, so you’re only getting the vodka calories. Drop in a lime for some flavor, or, if you’re looking for a sweeter option, try a vodka tonic. Typical caloric count: 65-70 calories for a vodka soda and 100 calories for a vodka tonic. 3. Mimosa: That drink you accidentally order instead of a Bloody Mary at brunch. Everyone knows the mimosa: champagne and orange juice in a nice little flute glass. It’s a tasty companion to your omelet in the morning, and not only do you get the bubbly satisfaction of champagne, but you also get a dose of Vitamin C from the orange juice! Typical caloric content: 75-120 per glass depending on champagne-toorange-juice ratio.
4. Bloody Mary: If you can’t tell, I really like Bloody Marys, also known as the greatest drink ever created. This is your classic 11a.m.- 5p.m. drink. Not to mention, it is also the best hangover cure. A typical Bloody Mary consists of tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, a stick of celery and lots of spice. Do not let the tomato juice deter you from this beauty; it is what provides you with lycopenes, an antioxidant found in tomatoes that helps reduce the risk of cancer. Not that you ever needed a reason to make yourself a Bloody Mary, or order one at a bar, but now you have one. If you can take the heat, order it extra spicy. Nothing beats a Bloody Mary that packs a good punch. And don’t forget to eat the celery! Typical caloric count: 125 and up depending on your glass size and how stiff you like it.
5. Guinness: The good ol’ black Irish lager has been shown in some studies to help reduce the risk of blood clotting and heart disease, and has about 125 calories in 12oz. Or you can opt for the light beer. Nothing beats the taste of an ice cold beer, but, as we all know,
ALL ABOARD DELI and BISTRO
and have seen by our slowly developing bellies, drinking large quantities of beer is not exactly advantageous for your health. The easy answer is to swap out your normal choice of beer for a lower-calorie, light beer option, such as Budweiser Select, Busch Light, Michelob Ultra, etc. Be wary, though! Most light beers have lower alcohol content (no one wants that), so your caloric intake could end up being the same as if you had ordered a regular (and better-tasting) beer. Typical caloric count: 55100 for light beers. Most craft beers: 120-150.
6. Wine: Not only is this a classy drink to order at dinner or a bar, but it is also a drink that is beneficial to your health. Many wines are rich in antioxidant compounds called polyphenols, which promote cardiovascular health. Red wines are typically are higher in polyphenols than white wines are, although some studies have shown that white wine can also promote healthy lungs. So remember, a glass of red wine a day keeps the doctor away. Typical caloric count: 120 for a 5oz glass.
The best deals on these “healthy” drinks around San Antonio:
1. On the Rocks $2.50 draft and well drinks on Wednesdays Revolution Room 8123 Broadway St. 2. Vodka Soda $3 well drinks Mon. - Fri. 3-7 p.m. and all day Sunday Broadway 50/50 5050 Broadway St 3. Mimosas $12 on Sundays Candlelight 3011 N St Mary’s St 4. Bloody Marys $7 everyday Liberty Bar 8123 Broadway St.
5. Guinness $3 Pints on Mondays Flying Saucer 11255 Huebner Road #212 @ I-10 6. Wine $3.50 cocktails and wine Mon. - Fri. 4-7 p.m. Azuca 713 S. Alamo St.
Have a healthy lunch, Trinity! HOMEMADE CHALLAH, RYE AND GLUTEN FREE BREAD SERVING ONLY BOARS HEAD PRODUCTS
where your 7th sandwich is always free!
*OUTDOOR SEATING*
5255 McCullough, San Antonio, TX * 210-320-8230 Hours: Monday - Saturday 11 AM - 4 PM
www.allaboarddeli.com