NOURISH
Posted July 29, 2017
On average, students gain 10 to 15 pounds during their first two years of college. Most of this weight gain occurs during the first semester of freshman year. The combination of a new environment, new people and a busy schedule can easily serve as risk factors for weight gain. Millions of students have experienced this; some gain less than 15 pounds, but some will gain even more weight. By making smart decisions about diet and exercise, students can avoid weight gain and even become more fit. Here are several tips that will help a college student avoid the "freshman 15."
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