Freshman 15
Weight gained during first year at university / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The term "Freshman 15" is an expression commonly used in the United States and Canada to refer to weight gain during a student's first year in college. Although the 15 refers to a 15 lb (6.8 kg) weight gain, the expression can apply more generally. In Australia and New Zealand, it is sometimes referred to as "First Year Fatties",[1] "Fresher Spread",[2] or "Fresher Five",[3][4] the latter referring to a gain of 5 kg (11 lb).
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Causes of this weight gain can include increased alcohol intake, consumption of fat and carbohydrate-rich foods, malnutrition, stress, and decreased levels of exercise. Some colleges and universities are taking steps to promote healthy eating habits and physical activity among their students in order to stunt this accelerated weight gain.[5][6]
Research into the subject has shown that on average, a college student gains from 2-3 lb (1-1.5 kg) of weight during their first year.[7]