Maybe you started out with healthy goals at dinnertime: some
steamed vegetables with your lasagna, a heaping bowl of greens
from the salad bar. But as you headed to a table, the fries
caught your eye. Then you decided you'd better hit the desserts
now, because who knows what will be left when you're done with
dinner? Sound familiar? You're away at college, and your parents
are no longer looking over your shoulder to make sure you eat
your vegetables. This and many other new freedoms might feel
great. But they may not be good news for your body. While many
students stock up on fruits and vegetables in the dining hall,
others fill their trays with things they like without paying
much attention to what their bodies need. Even people with the
best intentions can sometimes find it difficult to resist the
less-healthy options. Your waistline's not the only thing at
stake. The foods you choose affect your energy, concentration,
and memory, because your body and brain need the right nutrition
to function properly. So