Nutritional Information
Dining Services wins 2009 Most Innovative Nutrition
Program
You may have read about myNutrition, an
innovative nutritional website from Dining Services, or enjoyed a
Dinner with the Dining Services
Registered Dietitian, or maybe even participated in the 2009
"Find Your Balance Challenge."
These three programs are all parts of what has been named the
2009 Most Innovative Nutrition Program, according to the National
Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS).
The nutrition program at Washington State University is a
combination of innovative programs that centralize around the theme
of "eat well, stay active, live fit." Using this theme as a
stepping stone for all programs, Dining Services is continually
putting into motion programs that will be beneficial and aid
students, faculty, and staff in adopting healthy lifestyles.
Receiving this award is a great honor and illustrates
Dining Services' commitment to "Making a Difference."
Check out this brochure for a brief overview of how to eat
healthy at Washington State University. Healthy
Eating at WSU
myNutrition
To help the WSU community better
understand proper diet and exercise Dining Services recently
launched the myNutrition site. Please visit this site to
learn more about nutrition, and how to lead a healthier lifestyle
and visit links to other nutrition and lifestyle resources.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are available for all dining services menu items
in every dining services facility. Please visit netnutrition.wsu.edu for
Nutrition Facts and meal planning.
Also, check out the myNutrition Monthly newsletter for
important information and discussions on nutritional trends,
healthy living and many other topics!
Allergies and Dietary Concerns
Dining Services wants to provide our guests with nutritious food
and an excellent dining experience. We take food allergies and
dietary restrictions seriously. Please contact Chelsey Woods, RD, Dining Services'
Registered Dietitian, at (509) 335-4785 if you have any food
allergies or dietary restrictions. She will work with you to assist
the Chef and the General Manager in developing a list of food items
that will meet your nutritional needs. If special food items are
required in order to meet your nutritional needs, the Dining
Services Culinary Team will evaluate the possibility of ordering
these special items.
Healthy Options, Vegetarian and Vegan Options
As part of the EatWell program, Dining Services is committed
to labeling all of the Healthy Options, Vegan Options, and
Vegetarian Options available to customers in the Dining
Centers. We have a variety of snacks, sides, and beverages
that meet the Healthy Options criteria and are continuously adding
new items. Each dining center serves a Vegetarian Entree and
a Healthy Option 500 Calorie Meal Daily.
Recipes and Ingredients
All units have unique menus and recipes. If you have questions
regarding ingredients in a specific menu item while in the dining
centers, please contact the unit manager on duty. The Unit Chef, or
the General Manager will provide you with the ingredient
information for a specific menu item.
By informing our dietitian, we can best serve you by pointing
out which foods to avoid. If you are having an allergic reaction,
seek medical help immediately.
