The Peel — Fall Edition

The semester is just getting started, and now’s the perfect time to set a rhythm that will carry you through the busy weeks ahead. Whether you’re adjusting to new classes, gearing up for your first clinicals, or balancing school with work, a strong routine makes all the difference.

👉 Grapefruit Health can be part of that rhythm too. Our Patient Champion roles give you flexible, paid healthcare experience that complements your nursing education. Applications are still open for fall — don’t miss your chance.

NCLEX Preparation

Question of the Week 📚

Fall Study Advice 📖

Try the “Falling Leaves Recall.” Take your notes or flashcards on a short walk outside and quiz yourself while enjoying the autumn colors. Use the calm of the season to reset your mind before the rainy days settle in. Walking boosts focus and memory retention, while the seasonal change makes studying feel less like a chore and more like a ritual. This can work really well for quick fact reviews like drug interactions, lab ranges, or assessment steps.

💡Pro tip: Pick a favorite tree or spot on campus — revisit it during your walk and tie a key concept to that place. When exams roll around, picturing the leaves can help trigger recall.

Career Tips 🏥

Focus this week on asking better questions in clinicals. Instead of just “What should I do next?” try:

“Why did you choose this intervention?”

“What would happen if we did X instead?”

It shows curiosity, builds rapport with preceptors, and deepens your understanding of care decisions. It is ideal for bedside learning and job interviews (adapt it to “What’s the biggest challenge your team faces?”).

💡 Pro tip: Keep a small pocket notebook or use your phone notes to jot down answers you get — these real-world insights make excellent talking points for future clinicals, interviews, or even your resume.

Meal Prep Corner 🧑‍🍳

Roasted Butternut Squash & Quinoa Bowls 🍂

Ingredients:

• 2 cups butternut squash, cubed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• ½ cup chickpeas (canned, drained & rinsed)

• Handful of spinach or kale

• Optional: feta cheese, pumpkin seeds, or dried cranberries for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Toss squash cubes with olive oil, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and tender.

4. Layer quinoa, greens, and chickpeas in meal-prep containers, then top with roasted squash.

5. Add optional toppings before serving for a fall flavor boost.

Freshly Squeezed Jokes 🍊

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One Last Thing 💡

That’s all for this week’s edition of The Peel! As the semester begins to take shape, focus on building habits that support your learning and your health. Nursing school isn’t about doing everything at once — it’s about steady progress.

Every lecture, every skill check-off, and every patient interaction is shaping your future career. Grapefruit Health is here to support you on that path 💛

—
The Grapefruit Health Team