Every year, Colorado State University's College of Health and Human Sciences recognizes the accomplishments of its faculty, staff, and students, as well as those retiring and those marking service milestones.
Avocados’ popularity has led to massive consumption causing the “water hogs” to be grown in places they should not and leading to irrigation issues, deforestation, and loss of wildlife, says the Colorado State University researcher Jeffrey Miller, who wrote the book on avocados’ history.
During her 35-year career in CSU's Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, Mary Harris served as a professor and director of the undergraduate program, a leading researcher, and a friend to many. Now, she is being recognized as a College of Health and Human Sciences Legacies Project honoree for her many outstanding contributions to the success of the college.
Brian Stein (’00) has used his expertise in nutrition, leadership skills, and market wisdom in his career, giving back to his community, and staying connected to his alma mater.
Take a food packed full of protein, iron, calcium and B12 and add that it’s cheap, abundant, sustainable. Plus, in this case it’s covered in chocolate, and it can help you maintain a diverse gut biota. CSU researcher Tiffany Weir says chitin from crickets could become an important food source.
Diana Grubb ('20) found her passion as a clinical dietitian at UCHealth.
Dustin Lee (M.S., ’16; Ph.D., ’19) aligns his interests in clinical care, nutrition research, and teaching, all while serving soldiers, veterans, and his country in the U.S. Army.
Although Intuitive Eating is growing in popularity, it seems many people don’t truly know what it is.
These meatballs are packed with umami flavor from mushrooms and parmesan cheese. The lentils in them also deliver a good dose of protein making them a great addition to a vegetarian meal.
The Colorado State University Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition presented a variety of research in several categories on the College of Health and Human Sciences Research Day.