Freshman 15 Tips
Posted on May 5, 2008
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- Healthy Eating for College Students-Avoid the Freshman 15!Gaining weight when going off to college is not inevitable, but it just may pack on a few pounds. In order to avoid that from happening, be smart and make healthy choices like the fifteen listed below.
- Dining Hall BluesEating at the same dining hall for three meals everyday for nine months out of the year can get quite boring. Try all of the dining halls your campus may have to offer. If it’s a little bit farther then your normal stop—at least you are getting exercise and some new food as well!
- Three Meals and Two SnacksA college students schedule can be hectic, but make sure to fit in time for three meals and two snacks. These eating habits will curb hunger pangs at late or odd hours. If you don’t have time to sit and eat a whole meal, at least bring something with you or pack a healthy snack to eat in class.
- Caffeine City DetourDo not even try to survive on caffeine as a meal plan. We repeat, do NOT try to survive on caffeine alone! Not only is it very bad for you, but you will be under nourished and come down crashing when the caffeine high is over.
- H20Carry a water bottle with you around campus and during classes. Instead of drinking soda or other sugary beverages, fill up your water bottle at dining halls or water fountains. Not only will you save money, but you will also stay healthier!
- Fruit Alert!Every time you leave the dining hall, grab a piece of fruit for a healthy snack. Carry it with you for a quick and easy munch.
- Salad Bar BewareOf course, vegetables are great for you. But keep these extra hints in mind as you approach the salad bar:
• Do not overload on the dressings, even if it is fat free. Put some on the side, drizzle a little bit on, or skip it completely!
• Cheese, nuts, seeds, or croutons should be used sparingly.
• Avoid vegetable or pasta salads with mayonnaise.
• Eat legumes such as kidney beans or chick peas for extra needed protein.
• Fill up a bowl of fresh, plain veggies and chomp on them as a snack or with your meal.
- Late Night MunchiesBecause you will most likely be staying up later, either studying or partying, avoid eating at late hours. In a recent study, results showed that food eaten between 8pm and 4am was a leading contributor to weight gain. If you expect to be staying up late some nights and you know you will be getting hunger pangs, stock up on pretzels, low-fat popcorn, or fruit and veggies in your dorm room. These snacks are healthy and will satisfy your craving.
- The Most Important Meal—It’s True!Didn’t your mother ever tell you that breakfast was the most important meal of the day? Well, it really is. And don’t even think about skipping it because you don’t have time. Either wake up ten minutes earlier, or grab some cereal or a bagel on the way to class. Breakfast will let your brain and body know its time to wake up, and you will also be less likely to snack during the day.
- Nothing Like Home CookingEvery time you go back home, have mom prepare a little doggy bag for you with her home cooked leftovers. Not only are her meals probably better for you then frozen foods, but you will also be saving time and money back at school, where you can store these items in your dorm fridge.
- Watch Your Alcohol ConsumptionKeep an eye on how much you are drinking. Not only is drinking alcohol in large amounts not good for your health, but they are also full of empty calories that are the cause of most college students’ weight gain. If you are going to drink, just be aware of how bad it is for you and do it in moderation. (Okay, we didn’t mean to sound like your mom there, but it’s true!)
- Talk to a Nutrition CounselorMany schools have all different types of counselors available—for free! Why not go talk to one at your school and let them teach you how to make good choices with the dining hall food as well as with nutrition in general.
- Exercise EnoughNot only does exercise keep you in shape, but it also makes you less stressed, happier, and feeling great overall! Most schools have a gym on campus or offer free or discounted memberships. Even 30 minutes a day can do wonders, so why not give it a shot?
- Sleep is GoodWhile you gain a lot more responsibilities when going off to college, sleep should still be a part of your daily routine! Recent studies have shown that getting enough sleep is linked to maintaining a healthy weight. Keep a regular sleeping pattern to manage stress and overeating. Also, avoid mid-day naps as much as possible, as well as avoid drinking caffeine late at night.
- Watch out for Vending MachinesWhile they are convenient and even tasty, vending machines hold some pretty unhealthy food. Instead, bypass the machines and try some of the other snacking tips we suggested above.
- Listen to Your BodyJust because some dining halls have buffet style meals doesn’t mean that you should go back up for seconds, and thirds, and…well you get the idea. It takes the brain a total of about 20 minutes to receive the message from your stomach that you are full, so eat slowly, talk with friends, or read a book while dining to avoid overeating.
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