Meet Alex, a nutrition science major at the University of Waterloo with a passion for exploring unconventional food sources. Growing up in a family of extreme sports enthusiasts, Alex has always been fascinated by the physics of energy and endurance. This curious mind often debates the value of calories in novel contexts, like sustainable energy sources and alternative nutrition, and isn't afraid to challenge conventional thinking. When not studying, you can find Alex experimenting in the kitchen, trying to create high-calorie energy bars that taste great for athletes on-the-go.