Healthy Buffs is aÌýseries developed by Health and Wellness Services with tips and information on a variety of health topics important to the campus community.
Recovery can mean different things to different people. Sam Randall, program manager at CU Collegiate Recovery Center, dives into what recovery is all about and how we can be supportive of those who are living a life in recovery.
Research shows that college students who participate in learned optimism, the idea that we can teach ourselves to overcome negative thoughts, experiences less depression, anxiety and improved health and wellness. Ready to give it a try?
Doing better in school, keeping in touch with family, feeling healthier—it’s New Year's resolution season! Research shows progress comes down to the way we set up goals and how we take them on, so click through for three key tips.
Chances are, you probably know someone who's had a concussion; the college population in particular is at a higher risk. Dr. John Breck shares what you need to know about concussions.
The images we see in the media often tell only one story about what our bodies should look like, what they should be dressed in and how we should feel about them. However, there are many factors that can influence a person's body image.
Whether it’s going to the gym, playing sports or walking across campus, sometimes injuries can happen. Physical therapist Annie Sirotniak provides tips on how to prevent injuries and what to do if they occur.
After enough late nights and early mornings, feeling sleepy can seem like another part of the college experience. But sleep is actually vital to overall health. So how can we get our sleep cycle back under control?
With the academic year in full swing, many of us find ourselves juggling schoolwork, social lives and work. CU Boulder counselor Matt Tomatz offers advice on managing stress and anxiety.
Viruses like the cold and flu can last 7 to 10 days, and since antibiotics typically don't work for viruses, it's all about staying as healthy as possible, boosting the immune system and finding symptom relief. So how do we do it?
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal, but what does that mean when it comes to how our brains function throughout the day? Registered dietitian Jane Reagan offers tips and shares a few breakfast recipes.
