Eating Healthy and on a budget while in college: it IS possible!

Eating healthy and being a college student may seem like an impossible task but it's easier than you think. Hours pass by and the sound of your stomach is making that awful noise. The temptation is too strong, so you run to the vending machine and grab a snack. After all, its only 50 cents right?

Here are some tips on how to eat healthy while in college:

1. Prioritize meals and meal planning
Make a monthly calendar with all the meals you will be eating- this adds variety and keeps you on track and organized.

2. Maintian some level of physical activity
If you eat healthier, you will begin to want healthier foods. Sounds like a easy task right? Eating healthier foods will eventually become part of your daily routine.

3. Balance is key
Choose water rather than soda or an apple rather than a cookie. Little changes like this can make a big difference.

4. Make dinner a social time
Make dinner fun! Having dinner with friends or family can be fun and healthy. You will gain support from people who are trying to eat healthy too.

Here are some web sites that provide more helpful tips on eating healthy:
http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_eating_diet.htm

http://www.realtime.net/anr/10eattip.html

Eating healthy can also be affordable. Starting out with a "base" and working off of that is key. Also, spending a little more money on pre-processed foods can save time and energy in the kitchen.