Nutrition Resources

Appalachian Food Services is committed to providing nutritious food to the campus community. The following resources are meant to help you make healthy choices.

MyNutrition

MyNutrition is an online tool that can help you make smart, healthy choices in Appalachian's dining units. Use it to:

New icon Select well-balanced meals;

See how your food choices measure up nutritionally;

Screen the dining units to identify foods with common allergens.

Click here to access the MyNutrition website.

NOTE: You will be leaving the Appalachian Food Services website. If you have trouble accessing MyNutrition, please contact the webmaster.

Appalachian State University does not guarantee the accuracy of nutrition information; ingredient and nutrition content of foods may vary due to changes in product formulation, recipe substitutions, portion size and other factors. The nutrition analysis provided here are approximations only. Guests with food allergies or other food intolerances should consult a Dining Manager for specific ingredient questions. Please contact us with questions.

Franchise Nutritional Resources

If you would like to know more about the food served in our on campus franchises, please visit one of the below links:

Appalachian State University and Appalachian Food Services are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of other sites. Please understand that they are independent from Appalachian State University and Appalachian Food Services, and that Appalachian State University and Appalachian Food Services have no control over the content on such web sites, and we do not endorse or accept any responsibility for the content, or the use, of such web sites.

	Chick-fil-A Chick-fil-A provides nutritional information for their menu items as well as information on ingredients and food allergies.
	Frëshens™ Frëshens™ provides ingredients and nutritional information for each of their products.
	McAlister's Deli McAlister's Deli provides nutritional information for their menu items as well as information on ingredients and food allergies.
	Sushi with GustoSushi with Gusto provides a nutritional analysis chart (PDF) for their menu items. Packages are marked with ingredients and common allergens.

Healthly & Fit

A healthy lifestyle includes a nutritious diet, physical fitness and emotional well-being.

Nutrition

Appalachian Food Services is committed to providing nutritious food to the campus community. The choices will satisfy anyone’s APPetite for variety and flavor. Dine on freshly prepared entrees, vegetables, pasta, pizza, sandwiches, salad, desserts and more. And, our new MyNutrition site makes it even easier to make healthy choices.

If you need one-on-one advice, Appalachian's Student Wellness Center works with students who would like information about healthy eating or nutritional counseling.

Fitness

At Appalachian State University, students have three state-of-art exercise facilities on campus. There is something for everyone at University Recreation.

And, with the wealth of outdoor activities in the High Country - from hiking to biking and from boating to skiing - there are endless opportunities to be active.

Well-being

As part of the Appalachian family, students have access to Counseling & Psychological Services and the Student Wellness Center.

Special Diets

Vegetarians and vegans can choose from a large selection of delicious foods at Appalachian Food Services dining facilities. All of our concepts offer vegetarian/vegan options, there are two extensive salad bars and one unit, Healthy Select serves only vegetarian/vegan cuisine.

Please view our menus for more information or contact us with questions about special diets.

Food Allergies

At Appalachian Food Services, we want to provide information and assistance to students with food allergies. Students with these concerns are encouraged to consult the Chef or Dining Manager for specific ingredient questions. They will be happy to assist you. You can do your part by always doing the following:

Ask about recipes and ingredients;
Read food labels;
When in doubt, avoid the food in question.

Common Allergens

Lactose	Lactose can be found in a variety of foods including: milk, cheeses, yogurt, ice cream and any dairy products.
Eggs	Eggs can be found in a variety of foods including: baked goods, mayonnaise, noodles, custards and more.
Peanuts	Peanuts can be found in a variety of foods including: peanut butter, baked goods, sauces, peanut oils and more.
Tree Nuts	Tree nuts include or can be found in a variety of foods including: cashews, almonds, pecans, walnuts, pistachios, macadamia nuts, Brazil nuts, coconut, marzipan, nut oils and more.
Fish	Fish can be found in a variety of foods including: salad dressings, Worcestershire sauce, bouillabaisse, imitation fish or shellfish, barbecue sauce.
Shellfish	Shellfish include: clams, squid, mussels, shrimp, scallops, oysters, lobster, crab and more.
Soy	Soy can be found in a variety of foods including: baked goods, canned tuna, cereals, crackers,sauces, soups and more.
Wheat/Gluten	Wheat/gluten can be found in a variety of foods including: breads, cereals, baked goods, sauces, spice mixes, soups and more.

Appalachian Food Services makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies. Every effort is made to instruct our food production staff on the severity of food allergies. There is always a risk of contamination. There is also a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use could change the formulation or substitute at any time, without notice. Customers concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. We cannot guarantee the absence of cross contamination. All foods in the dining hall are prepared in an institutional cooking environment that could involve accidental contamination with the foods you may be allergic to. To that end, always carry your Epipen.

Gluten Free at Appalachian

Eating a gluten free diet can be challenging. To assist students with gluten allergies, we have developed lists of gluten free items available on campus. Please visit Gluten Free Resources for additional information.

Recommended Websites

Nutrition

www.choosemyplate.gov
The United States Department of Agriculture ChooseMyPlate site contains information on food groups, portion sizes, balancing calories and more.

www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org
Fruits & Veggies—More Matters® is a national public health initiative created to encourage Americans to eat more fruits and vegetables—fresh, frozen, canned, dried and 100% juice. The development of Fruits & Veggies—More Matters was led by Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) and is a partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Fitness

	High Country Outdoors High Country Outdoors is a resource for outdoor activities and adventures in Western North Carolina.
	Blue Ridge Parkway Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most visited sections of the National Park System.

Food Allergies

	The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network FAAN™ (The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network) iis a trusted source of information, programs, and resources related to food allergy and anaphylaxis.
	The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness provides guides and lists to help you stay on the gluten-free track and keep celiac disease symptoms at bay.