The days of the laid back college lifestyle are long gone. For many college students balancing academic and social responsibilities means day-to-day life is busier than ever and over time, this stress can take a physical toll on your body.  A jam-packed schedule can lead to reliance on fast, convenience foods (versus sitting down for  a meal) or "docking in front of the computer”  after a long day  (versus going out for a walk).  However, contrary to what most people think, eating well and staying physically active can be easily incorporated into your daily life. 

 

Making small changes in your daily life may have a significant impact on your health long-term, but it's a matter of knowing which changes to make for maximum impact. Good nutrition is about a balanced and varied diet in the proper amounts (see the Proper Portions gallery for visuals). Knowing how certain foods affect your health can help you make choices that will be the most beneficial for your body.  Listed below are a variety of nutrition topics that include general information along with basic tips to help you incorporate these changes into your daily routine.

 

Topic	Health Condition
Freshman 15	Weight Management
Energy Balance	Weight Management
Fad Diets	Weight Management
Eating Disorders	Weight Management
Caffeine and Sugar	Anxiety and Stress
Allergens	Food Allergies
Vegetarianism	General Nutrition
Fats and Cholesterols	Heart Disease

 

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This information is not intended to take the place of advice from a healthcare professional. Check with your physician before starting any diet or exercise program. In addition, while all efforts have been made to ensure the information included in this material is correct, new research is released frequently and may invalidate certain pieces of data. 5/07