Monday, October 14, 2013

Avoid the Freshman 15 with These 15 Tips

collegehelper.com
It's easy to gain weight in the first year of college. In fact, there is a name for the weight you gain as a freshman called the "Freshman 15" (15 referring to the number of pounds you can expect to gain). Studies show that the average number of pounds gained is actually about 8 pounds. This doesn't sound like a lot, but if you gained 8 pounds every year, you would be 40 pounds heavier in five years! Don't worry, it can be prevented. These 15 tips will help you stay on track with your weight and overall health.