Certain cuisines such as Indian, French, and other outside snacks are food that are on the rise at colleges. College students are on the run so they are looking to try to get healthy food while not having to sit down fully to enjoy it. This is why fruit along with sports drink are more common on college campuses while other food such as fruit smoothies, which can take a while to make, are on the decline.

Key Takeaways:

• This study shows that students at colleges are eating/drinking healthier alternatives at a fantastic rate.
• Plant based beverage consumption has more than doubled in the past 7 years and the trend is still skyrocketing.
• Some universities are using a more open format of dining, including grocery stores and restaurants near the campus to show what kind of healthier foods are available in the near areas.

“Some all-time favorites (smoothies, anyone?) may no longer be top picks.”

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