Effects of College on Student Health
Find out ways to manage life through college in a health way.
Physiological Effects
The coursework in college can be challenging and being unable to manage it will have negative effects on your physical health.
Obesity
The obesity epidemic is prevalent nationwide, college students are not an exception and has to be addressed due to health risks.
Physical activity
While some students are able to maintain a strict workout schedule, most have trouble meeting the recommended time for physical activity.
Sedentary behavior
With the rise in virtual learning, more and more students have been prone to sedentary lifestyle, increasing chances of multiple health concerns.
Nutritional Habits
What we do with our body is just as important as what we put into it. Learn about the research found on college students and our recommendations on healthy eating.
Food Insecurity
Most college students can't afford to shop in the healthy aisles at the grocery store.
Poor Diet
With reasons such as food insecurity or no time for cooking, students tend to eat unhealthy.
Online Learning
Transitioning online can be difficult, especially with its effects on students mentally.
COVID-19 Pandemic
Virtual learning has been around for over a decade, but during the pandemic, the surge on transitioning all school and universities online came much faster. ​
Discover the effects this had on the physical health of college students.
