The Freshman Fifteen by Peyton Kittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum how to combat the freshman fifteen and afford a healthy lifestyle in college en-us 2018-08-02 02:43:38 UTC 2026-03-20 18:05:29 UTC hello@padlet.com What is the freshman fifteen? PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271734702 The freshman fifteen is a term commonly used to describe the first year of college and the weight gain of typically 10-15 pounds. The freshman fifteen typically happens because students are now in charge and have the liberty of being in charge of their own diets and the amount of time they eat per day. College students also have a limited budget and typically fast food and junk food tends to be the cheapest and quickest meals and snacks for a on the go student.






]]> 2018-08-02 02:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271734702 Statistics PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271736967  According to kidshealth.org, students gain on average 3-10 pounds first two years of college, it is typically caused by a new lifestyle change and new responsibilities, stresses and anxieties. More than 70% of students gain weight whether it comes from the new lifestyle or their bodies are still growing and developing. ]]> 2018-08-02 03:14:31 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271736967 Some myths about the Freshman Fifteen PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271737530
  • According to webmd.com Men and women are both equally eligible to gain weight. Most people think women are more likely to gain weight and not men.
  • Weight gain is only likely to freshman not upperclassmen. The freshman fifteen not only applies to freshman, but anyone. Weight gain can happen to anyone. 
  • Few students actually gain 15 pounds. In some cases it can be 15+ but it is typically gained 3-10 pounds. 
    • ]]>     2018-08-02 03:21:59 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271737530     How can you help combat the freshman fifteen? PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271739470 You can’t necessarily fight off the freshman fifteen, but you can instill a healthy lifestyle and consistently excersize and eat foods that are high in proteins and rich in nutrients to fuel your energy and help you be the most productive student you can be!]]> 2018-08-02 03:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271739470 According to washingtonpost.com these are the cheapest veggies and fruits you should eat to stay consistently healthy and happy PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271740599 Corn
    Lima beans
    Potatoes 
    Apricot
    Avocado
    Banana
    Cantaloupe 
    Grapefruit
    Honeydew
    Kiwi
    Nectarines
    Papaya
    Pear
    Star fruit
    Tangerine
    Watermelon
    Calabazas
    Spanish pumpkin 
    Carrots
    Sweet potatoes
    Tomatoes
    Broccoli
    Collards
    Kale
    Lettuce
    Romain
    Mustard greens
    Parsley
    Spinach
    Turnip greens
    Alfalfa sprouts
    Brussels sprouts
    Cabbage
    Eggplant 
    Green onions
    Zucchini
    ]]>     2018-08-02 03:59:16 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271740599     Tips and tricks for eating a healthy amount and what to eat PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271741156
  • Avoid eating when stressed, studying or watching tv.
  • Eat slowly
  • Eat on a regular schedule
  • Snack minimally 
  •  a mix of nutritious food
  • Choose low fat options
  • Portion control
  • Don’t need extra servings
  • No fast food
  • Healthy snacks on hand
  • Positive attitude with food and yourself
  • Excersize
  • No smoking 

    • ]]>     2018-08-02 04:05:25 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271741156     Cheapest power foods for a healthy college diet PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271741651
  • Cabbage.
  • Collard greens.
  • Mustard greens.
  • Turnip greens.
  • Carrots.
  • Cauliflower heads.
  • Brussels sprouts.
  • Broccoli florets.

    • ]]>     2018-08-02 04:11:16 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271741651     Personal connection PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271742376 My personal connection to health and being conscious of what you are intaking into your body comes from doing a sport year round and deciding to quit the sport so instead of excersizing all the time I was still eating like the year round athlete without the athletics. Diet is 80% and excersize is 20% of your fitness. I had to start eating better and get back on track with my other sport and excersize.]]> 2018-08-02 04:18:28 UTC https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271742376 Bibliography PeytonKittelson https://padlet.com/PeytonKittelson/h6wqs86hldum/wish/271743504 Brissette, Christy. “Perspective | How to Avoid the 'Freshman 15'.” The Washington Post, WP Company, 26 Sept. 2017, www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/tips-to-avoid-the-freshman-15-which-may-be-a-myth-anyway/2017/09/25/8d368618-9cb3-11e7-8ea1-ed975285475e_story.html?noredirect=on.

    Zelman, Kathleen M. “Diet Myth or Truth: The Freshman 15.” WebMD, WebMD, www.webmd.com/diet/features/diet-myth-or-truth-the-freshman-15?_=1533184880952.

    “Introducing The Freshman 15 Book.” Tommy McGregor, www.tommymcgregor.com/introducing-the-freshman-15-book/.

    The Freshman 15 Survival Guide: Tips & Tricks to Survive Your First Year In College Without Gaining the Dreaded 15 Lbs.! by Valerie Remy-Milora.” Goodreads, Goodreads, 19 June 2014, www.goodreads.com/book/show/22738038-the-freshman-15-survival-guide.

    Visual bibliography’s:

    Expert Debunks Freshman 15 Weight Gain Myth.” The Sundial, 5 Aug. 2016, sundial.csun.edu/2016/08/expert-debunks-freshman-15-weight-gain-myth/.

    Expert Debunks Freshman 15 Weight Gain Myth.” The Sundial, 5 Aug. 2016, sundial.csun.edu/2016/08/expert-debunks-freshman-15-weight-gain-my

    Photo of bananas, avocados and mixed greens is my photo.






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