Hilltoppers, have you heard of the concept of seed saving? 🌱

Every November, Bon Appétit Management Company takes the time to reflect on the rich cultural heritage of Native Americans, whose deep ties to the land have cultivated traditional knowledge systems over centuries.

In particular, Indigenous farming practices like seed saving not only ensure the survival of important crops but also cultivate connections to rituals, food traditions, ancestors, and the surrounding ecosystem.

What is seed saving?
The practice involves harvesting and preserving seeds from the current harvest to shape and allow for future plantings. Often, this would involve saving seeds with the most desirable traits like the longest ears of corn, the juiciest kernels, and the most vibrant colors.

What about commercial agriculture?
Due to industrialization of the food system and the commercialization of seed production, crop biodiversity has plummeted. Seeds are selected for uniformity and transportability, and farmers and community members are limited in their ability to save their own seeds.

Saving seeds is about more than just food.
In indigenous communities, seeds are an emblem of cultural heritage, survival, and autonomy, and the fight for seed sovereignty is ongoing as large agribusinesses continue to make seed saving more difficult.

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HILLTOPPERS... Are y`all tired? Rundown? Listless? The answer to all your problems is to boost energy — the natural way! Instead of reaching for that afternoon cup of coffee, follow these five ways to keep you feeling energized:

🍳 Break the fast. Start your day with a filling breakfast of protein and complex carbs to get your metabolism going and stabilize your blood sugar. (Get some ideas at the link in our bio!)

🚰 Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Keep the water (or unsweetened beverages) flowing to stave off dehydration, which causes fatigue.

⚖️ Balance your lunch. To avoid the afternoon slump, make sure your plate is half fruits and vegetables, one quarter lean protein, and one quarter whole grains. Incorporate some fat to stabilize energy and slow digestion.

🍠 Complex is best. Whole grains and starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes and squash are digested more slowly than refined options (meaning more consistent energy levels)!

🥜 Snack smartly. Eat every 3-4 hours to avoid getting hangry and tired. Try fruit with a nut butter or vegetables with hummus!

A final note: Sleep is key to productivity. Get at least 7-8 hours per night to improve your energy balance. #BoostEnergy #NutritionTips #SnackIdeas #EnergyBalance #ProductivityTips ...

Hilltoppers! Do you have a boo that you’d like to get a sweet treat for? 🎃
Stop by Meadows Coffeehouse tomorrow and pick up a boo box! Packed with Mexican hot chocolate muffins, churro cupcakes, and double chocolate brownies - it’s made for your boo 👻
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Available starting at 10am - while supplies last!
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