Young adults may start to pick up unhealthy eating habits when they go to university, meaning that they are at risk of missing out on important nutrients.
A recent report, the Low Income Diet and Nutrition Survey (LIDNS), found that individuals with a low income tend to eat less wholemeal bread and vegetables, both of which have health benefits.
Lisa Miles, a spokeswoman for the British Nutrition Foundation, commented: "University can be a time of life where unhealthy habits start, as it is often the first time that young adults are entirely responsible for their own diet.
"Alcohol intake is also a particular concern in students. It is recommended that alcohol is limited to two to three units a day for women and three to four units a day for men."
Students should aim to achieve a balanced, healthy diet but can also ensure they obtain the right nutrients by taking dietary supplements.
Multivitamins, for example, provide a balanced intake of essential vitamins and minerals which will ensure that students get the nutrients they need to maintain a healthy body and mind.
Young adults may start to pick up unhealthy eating habits when they go to university, meaning that they are at risk of missing out on important nutrients.
