What you eat is extremely important. A balanced diet can help to:
These are just a few of the benefits. However, what happens when you forget about your fibre and vegetables and start relying on take out, fast food, and vending machines? Too many college students get stuck in the poor diet trap when they don't have to. Instead, by reading a few good resources and connecting with nutritionist or doctor, you can make healthy choices at every meal that are easy, delicious, and inexpensive.
More Information:
My Pyramid, Individual Eating Plan
Canada's Food Guide
Dieticians of Canada
Healthy Alberta
Health Canada, Food and Nutrition
Health Canada, Health Eating
U of A, Nutrition