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Obesity
It turns out that the “freshman 15″ is a true phenomenon. Obesity rates among 18-24 year-olds are skyrocketing. Some of the problem generates from growing up in the era of fast food and immediate gratification, but much of its stems from young people being out on their own for the first time without the skills needed to plan and cook meals.
In addition, many colleges and universities surround students with unhealthy dining options and fast food. Combine that with increased intake of alcohol and the ingredients are there for college students to gain unwanted pounds.
It turns out that the “freshman 15″ is a true phenomenon. Obesity rates among 18-24 year-olds are skyrocketing. Some of the problem generates from growing up in the era of fast food and immediate gratification, but much of its stems from young people being out on their own for the first time without the skills needed to plan and cook meals.
In addition, many colleges and universities surround students with unhealthy dining options and fast food. Combine that with increased intake of alcohol and the ingredients are there for college students to gain unwanted pounds.
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Author: jollyfruitty
Main topic: Medicine
Topic: Health & Fitness
Published: 07.11.2019