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Welcome to the Wellness LibGuide. We share wellness resources based on three primary categories:
Nutrition
More than just healthy eating, nutrition has to do with how we nourish and sustain our bodies. Staying hydrated, making meal choices that fit our lifestyle, and helping manage health conditions are all components of nutrition. - Nutrition.gov
Physical Activity
Any movement of the body that expends energy. "Regular physical activity [both moderate- and vigorous-intensity] is proven to help prevent and manage noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and several cancers. It also helps prevent hypertension, maintain healthy body weight and can improve mental health, quality of life and well-being." - World Health Organization
For each section, we'll provide some Van Wylen Library resources, some links to outside sources, and more.
To learn more about wellness at Hope College, visit:
Visit the Lower Level of Van Wylen Library and browse the stacks for titles on:
Van Wylen Online Catalog
Not on campus? We have online resources on nutrition available for all users.
AVON: Academic Video Online
Log in to AVON to access Nutrition Videos.
New York Times Cooking
Hope employees and students have free access to the New York Times Cooking feature. Here's how to connect:
U.S. Department of Agriculture Nutrition Website
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Nutrition website provides users with lots of information about nutrition, including:
You can also learn more about nutrients in the food you eat, and find nutrition facts for fruits and vegetables.
Cleveland Clinic Article on Nutrition and Exercise
Nutrition and exercise go hand-in-hand. Check out this article from the Cleveland Clinic for tips to make sure you're fueling properly before and after a workout.
Apps to help you focus on nutrition.
These apps are free (some with optional paid features) and most work on both iOS and Android.
Read up on physical fitness and health by browsing these sections in the library:
Van Wylen Online Catalog
If you're looking for online access to library materials, you can explore physical fitness items in our collection.
AVON: Academic Video Online
Log in to AVON to access Sports and Fitness Videos.
Dow Center
Employees and students have access to the Dow Center for cardio and strength training:
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health provide a Physical Wellness Toolkit that includes strategies to get active and maintain your muscle.
2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Scientific Report
"The 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee submitted its Scientific Report to the Secretary of HHS in February 2018. The report summarizes the scientific evidence on physical activity and health, and the government used it to develop the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans."
Google Breathing Exercises
Google provides breathing exercises to help users build a regular, mindful breathing practice.
Apps to help you focus on physical activity.
These apps are free (some with optional paid features) and most work on both iOS and Android.
Learn more about mental health by browsing:
Van Wylen Online Catalog
We offer mental health resources online, from journals and articles to books and more.
AVON: Academic Video Online
Log in to AVON to access Mental Health Videos.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Students have access to the free, on-campus Counseling and Psychological Services located in the Bultman Student Center. They offer services such as:
For immediate mental health concerns, call CAPS at 616.395.7945 to be connected to a counselor. This is a 24/7 service available to current Hope students.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Hope College employees can utilize the Employee Assistance Program, which offers counseling, coaching, crisis support, and more.
Mental Health Memoirs
If you're interested in hearing about other people's experience with mental health, check out this student-curated list of Mental Health Memoirs: Let's Talk.
Apps to help you focus on your mental health.
These apps are free (some with optional paid features) and most work on both iOS and Android.
The Wellness LibGuide was created with contributions by Sarah Baar, Jenna VanVeldhuisen, and the Van Wylen Library staff.