Say goodbye to frequent fast food at one of WVU's farmers markets!
The adjustment of moving from summer to the busy semester life of a college student
is enough to throw anyone off. It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle
of everyday life that taking care of yourself and your health may not be the highest
on your priority list. Many people find it much easier to stop at the corner fast
food chain for a sandwich instead of making it themselves. The same goes for college
students, with the expansion of fast food chains not slowing down anytime soon,
it can be hard to navigate through the lines to find food that is convenient and
good for you.
Luckily, West Virginia University and Morgantown as a whole have many resources to help lend a hand in helping students find foods that work for their lifestyle. Not all students have access to a car for grocery shopping, or a kitchen for preparing home cooked meals, but that doesn’t take them out of the conversation about healthy foods. WVU has made it easier for students who need resources accessible on foot.
Every Thursday until October 24th, Student Life hosts a farmers market from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the area across from the Mountainlair. Students will be able to shop basic fruits and vegetables, as well as healthier treats at this time. A similar program is located on the Health Sciences Campus, WVU Medicine hosts a farmers market on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. where vendors can purchase home grown fruits and vegetables, meats, and other necessities to improve the overall diet. WVU Medicine has a list of items sold at their weekly farmers market, perfect for students who are on the fence about going and what they should get. Researching what will be sold there and how to incorporate it into everyday meals is a first step toward a healthier lifestyle.
The options may be limited for those who don’t have access to transportation to get to the grocery store or market, but they are still there. Everyday, students have the option to choose the healthier way, and small choices lead to big changes in life. Nutrition counseling is also available free for students for those who need help deciding what foods are right for their body and goals.
About the Author
Kenzie has been a senior writer for the WVUGo Media Team since August 2019. She
is pursuing her degree in Multidisciplinary Studies with focuses in Advertising,
Public Relations, Creative Writing and Interactive Media Design and anticipates
graduating in May of 2020.