Why are college students gaining weight at such an alarming rate?
and 2) How can college weight gain be avoided? Q: Why are college students gaining weight at such an alarming rate? A: There are many different specifics that lead the student to gain weight in college, but they can be summed up into three main categories. 1. Increase in Calories College life encourages an increase in the caloric intake of students. College is filled with social events and social events usually equal FOOD! Most college cafeterias serve their food buffet style, and when given access to unlimited amounts of food most people automatically overeat. Fast food, while laden with calories, is cheap so it appeals to the budget of a college student. Studying for long hours often leads to snacking for hours. Blended coffee drinks and smoothies are often staples in a college students diet even though these items often pack more calories than a regular meal. 2. Decrease in Activity When students enter college most of them leave organized sports behind them. These students that were
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