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Debunking the Myth of the 'Freshman 15'
Contrary to college folklore, the dreaded "freshman 15" — the notion that students gain 15 lbs. during their first year at school — is a myth, according to a study from Ohio State University. READ MORE
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Contrary to college folklore, the dreaded "freshman 15" — the notion that students gain 15 lbs. during their first year at school — is a myth, according to a study from Ohio State University. Read More
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