A well-balanced diet plays an important role in maintaining our health. Healthy diets not only allow our bodies to function, they can also help us reach and maintain a healthy bodyweight, reduce our risk of developing chronic disease, and improve our mood and mental wellbeing.
Beach Balance’s nutrition counseling program is a collaboration with the CSULB Family and Consumer Science Department and provides dietetic students the opportunity to share their nutrition knowledge with members one-on-one. Sessions are FREE of charge, range from 30-60mins, and are aimed at helping students discover ways to improve their diet.
Our peer nutrition counselors can provide information on…
- Basic nutrition concepts, such as macronutrients and how to read food labels
- Dieting for weight loss or weight gain
- Eating for improved sports performance
- Dietary suggestions for medical conditions such as cholesterol or high blood pressure
Scheduling an Appointment
Fall 2021
Registration Period: Sept. 20 – Dec. 3
Looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle through nutrition? Work with a peer nutrition counselor to discover eating habits that best fit your lifestyle, dietary preferences and individualized goals. Virtual and in-person options available. All Nutrition Counseling appointments are FREE of charge.
Registration for Fall 2021 Nutrition Counseling is now closed. Nutrition Counseling will return in February 2022. If you have questions about nutrition counseling services on campus, please message This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Meal Prep 101
Nutrition in a Minute
Have you ever considered using cauliflower as an alternative for rice? If not, here is your opportunity to try out a new product!
Cauliflower has great health benefits and has continuously been used as an alternative base for many different recipes. Health benefits include high fiber, which is important for preventing digestive conditions such as constipation and inflammation. It also serves as a great source of antioxidants which help protect your cells. Try out this low-carb cauliflower rice bowl to broaden your taste preferences!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb cauliflower rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1/2 jalapeño, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp minced cilantro
Directions:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- When the oil is hot, add onion and jalapeño to the pan, stirring often, until softened (about 5 minutes)
- Add the garlic and tomato paste and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add the cauliflower rice, cumin and salt and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes, or until cauliflower is at the desired texture.
- Stir in the cilantro before serving.
Servings: 4; Calories: 45 kcals; Carbohydrates: 9g; Protein: 3g; Fats: 4g; Fiber: 4g
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