#study gang

𝑠𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 30 2021

HELLO EVERYONE!!!! Since I was gone for a while (sophomore year of college will really get you, my friends) and I have a new blog name, I am going to do a little introduction post for any new studyblrs out there and anyone who is new to my blog!

I’m Isabella, a pre-med bioinformatics major who is at a university in Chicago, Illinois. I am going into my junior year and will be taking the MCAT exam in April (at least that is the plan right now!). I started on Tumblr ages ago as “bellaandherbujo”, but now I changed to “Codingcoffeequeen” for the following reasons:

CODING: I know how to code in Java and HTML, so if you need any help with either, feel free to shoot me an ask. I’m also thinking about learning some other coding languages (maybe JavaScript or trying to learn how to use React Native to make an app), so I will definitely share all of that with you (if I want to make an app one of these days).

COFFEE: I ironically do not like coffee all that much... except for those sugary Starbucks Frappuccinos (the mocha cookie crumble flavor is my favorite). However, I might start making coffee myself next semester because I like to try new things (and I am going to be getting up early to study because of my schedule next year). So, I’ll update you all on my coffee adventures.

QUEEN: I’m a queen. You’re a queen. Know its true, believe its true, and embrace it!

So, I'm currently trying to be a healthier person. One of biggest downfalls is snacking. I can't resist a nice rice crispy treat or three soft baked chocolate chip cookies... But, they aren’t necessarily the fuel I need for when I’m studying. So, I decided to make a list to give me (and now all of tumblr) some inspiration for when you get a little hungry while studying.

frozen fruit (especially frozen grapes... frozen grapes are magical)

apples and peanut butter (classic, but fantastic)

veggies and dip (my personal favorite is carrots and hummus, but go wild with the dips guys)

hard boiled eggs (with a little salt and pepper yum-o)

fruit salads (chop up some bananas and add whatever fruit you love)

kale chips (crispy AND healthy)

crackers and cheese (i love pairing whole grain crackers with some nice mozzarella)

banana sushi (cover a banana in peanut butter and roll it up in a tortilla and boom! banana sushi)

nuts (pistachios, almonds, peanuts, whatever. nuts are an easy snack with awesome healthy fats)

homemade trail mix (just mix together some pumpkin seeds, air popped popcorn, mini dark chocolate chips, and maybe some dried fruit and bam! trail mix)

air popped popcorn (great alternative to chips because it’s crunchy and salty and delicious too)

banana sundae (just take a banana, top with some frozen Greek yogurt and granola/your favorite toppings and boom... healthy ice cream sundaes)

fruit/veggie smoothies (just blitz together some yogurt, fruits, veggies, and any other add ins)

fruit and yogurt parfait (another good protein packed snack)

roasted chickpeas (another crunchy snack that is so much better than chips)

avocado toast (this will keep you full and satisfied until the next meal and give you some brain power)

roasted pumpkin seeds (OMG these are so delicious and crunchy and amazing. highly recommend)

nicecream (just blend frozen bananas with peanut butter and you’ve got a delicious peanut butter ice cream thing... or you can add other add ins that you love)

granola bars (I would recommend making your own because most are filled with sugar... I like this recipe, this recipe, and this recipe)