Now for some easy snack ideas packed with protein to keep you going, especially when you’ve got long hours ahead of you in the hospital or gross lab. DIY Trail Mix (my favorite): First, choose nuts. My favorites are almonds and cashews, but you can also choose pistachios, peanuts, walnuts, etc. Second, choose seeds. My […]

I hope you enjoyed part one of this series—now for part two. Recipe #3: Grilled Margherita Sandwiches (makes two sandwiches) You’ll need: 4 (1/2-inch) slices of whole wheat Italian bread, 1 large garlic clove quartered, 4 to 6 thin slices of mozzarella cheese, 1 large tomato thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons of thinly sliced fresh basil, […]

I’ll be the first to admit that eating healthy isn’t always easy in medical school. The key, of course, is to meal prep. But sometimes, I just don’t have time for that. So what to do? I found myself packing for lunch and/or dinner often, especially when I knew I would be spending hours in […]