Nutrition

Individual Counseling

Our Registered Dietitian,
Christine McNamara, MPH, R.D.

During academic quarters, we provide nutrition counseling through our registered dietitian and dietetic interns. This service includes a computerized assessment of your nutritional requirements and follow-up visits as needed. If you do not have SHIP, there is a $20 fee per visit. Make an appointment online or call Central Scheduling at (858) 534-8089. Use this Diet Assessment form to record three days' food intake and bring to your appointment.

Download a copy of our Nutrition brochure here.

Check our Recipe Section with easy-to-prepare recipes tested by our Health Education staff and the Student Health Advocates.

Weight Management Group

A Registered Dietitian, a physician and a psychologist facilitate the weekly Weight Management Group meetings. The focus is on diet, exercise and behavior modification.

The group meets during Fall, Winter and Spring quarters, and will continue through Summer 2009; meetings are free to registered students, and no appointment is needed.

Suggestions for Healthy Snacks at College

Body Composition Analysis

SHS offers students the opportunity to have their body fat percentage measured using the Body Composition Analyzer. To read about this service and make an appointment, go to Body Composition Analysis.

Eating Disorders

Are you or a friend concerned about Disordered Eating? Speak with your health care provider - or call a Health Educator at (858) 822-0085. Read more about the services we provide to students concerned about eating disorders here.

Here's a great interactive tool to analyze your daily dietary intake: go to: Center for Nutrition Policy & Promotion and click on "Interactive Healthy Eating Index".

Nutrition for Athletes

Triton Nutrition info specifically geared to athletes.

Nutrition and Weight Loss Web Sites

View these nutrition presentations (PowerPoint):
Facing Facts About Cholesterol
Balancing a Healthy Vegetarian Diet
HDP Class: Nutrition 101
Eating Disorders Lecture