Category: Texas
State University, Nutrition
Level: Local
Concerning a
problem/issue that individuals face
Why is this
important/how does this affect individuals/families? The availability of
healthy food options on campus at Texas State University is very important
because it will affect students is a positive way. It is significant because many students try
to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and having healthy food available on campus
will support that.
My Views: I think
it is awesome that Texas State University offers healthy food choices on
campus. Being a college student, it is all too easy to eat the cheapest and
more convenient food items. Many students gain the notorious “freshman fifteen”
and possibly more weight when they enter college. However, on some campuses,
unhealthy eating may not be at the fault of the student. Majority of time, the
easiest meal is something that is available on campus, and food options on
campus are unhealthy in most cases. Most students, specifically freshmen, are
not going to leave campus to find a nutritious meal. They are going to go to
the nearest dining hall and get whatever is available. Fortunately, Texas State
students have healthy options that are available and convenient. In my opinion,
making bad food decisions not only affects your body negatively, but I believe
it affects your whole mentality and lifestyle. In my experience, when I eat
crappy food, I feel crappy. When I was a freshman, I frequented the salad bar
in Jones Dining Hall for a large percentage of meals. To my knowledge, I think
that was one of the only healthy options on campus back then. However, many
other healthy choices have been added to the various dining halls.
I am a very strong advocate for eating healthy, clean, and
nutritious food. It believe that is important that we nourish our bodies with
wholesome sustenance, and I have happy that Texas State University is providing
students with the opportunity to eat healthy on campus.
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