Any Collegiate Bandsters out there?

[Erin Marie 0]

I'm a 21 year old junior. I was banded in May of last year, about a week after school let out. My parents flat out refused to let me get it during Spring Break; they wanted me home so I wouldn't over do it!

At college, it is hard, I can't lie, but there are ways around it. Salads with chicken strips are a frequent for me. I often get the chicken sandwich and toss the bread. Our dining offers cups of cottage cheese and various fruits measured out in 4 ounce portions. And I avoid the Pasta places and prepacked snacky foods like the plague.

Eat This; Not That is my go-to guide for eating out! I don't know what I'd do without it. It's so funny that so many of us really love it. If I don't have ETNT with me (for whatever reason), the Soup options are usually a good choice. If you get the small, it's this little 4 to 6 ounce portion; perfect. Provided you don't get something full of butter and cheese like clam chowder or loaded baked potato. Sirloin and salmon options are usually very low in fat and calories, especially if you get a steamed vegetable side.