How to Eat Healthy in a College Cafeteria

Instructions

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     Limit the number of foods that you consume that are high in carbs, low in nutritional value and drenched in grease. If you must indulge in these items, make sure that you limit yourself to a reasonable serving size, nothing bigger than your fist.
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     Don't pass over the salad bar. There are most likely an almost endless number of salad combinations that you can make from the wide variety of choices that your school's salad bar offers you, so take advantage!
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     Pick up a couple pieces of fruit for later. Instead of making a late-night trip to your dorm's vending machines, try picking up a couple pieces of fruit at dinner so that you have something healthy to snack on during those cram sessions.
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     Opt for the fish or poultry dish, rather than the burger. If your cafeteria is like most, they probably offer some healthier entree options right along with the less healthy options. If you have to choose between baked salmon and a burger, go for the baked salmon. If this sounds too plain for you, then don't be afraid to add a little flavor with some toppings from the salad bar.
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     Get a small vanilla cone for dessert rather than a big slice of cake covered in ice cream and sprinkles. Be reasonable when it comes to sweets. Only take a portion large enough to satisfy your craving, not one large enough to give you a stomachache.
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     Stick to one glass of soda and then switch over to water or at least a fruit juice. Soda contains lots of sugars and empty calories, so if you must drink some, try sticking to one glass and then switching to water or fruit juice.
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     Eat at least half a cup of yogurt with each meal if it is available to you. Yogurt is one of the healthiest foods there is and has many health benefits. If your school has a yogurt bar that has plain yogurt and a variety of healthy toppings, try to eat a little at every meal.