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Beating the Freshman 15

It's no myth: the freshman 15 hits many first year coeds. Whether it's the lack of sleep, partying or just the unlimited fries in the dining hall, it's difficult to make healthy decisions everyday when you're having fun, stressing out or studying hard in your new environment. Here’s a few tips from TeensHealth on having a fun and productive freshman year, without piling on the pounds.

Posted: 1/18/08