Welcome to the second Hacking College post! This series is about how to think like a entrepreneur to get the most out of college.

As you can tell from the nameplate, that delicious deathtrap above combines the staples of gourmet college dining. Add in pizza and Ramen noodles, and you have the contents of the average college diet. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Good food is around the corner (literally for most of you!) In this section of Hacking College we bring you:

Hacking the Food Court

1. Find real food

Mnt. Dew and pizza may taste good, but ultimately they will not help you ultimately succeed in college. The brain, just like every other organ, needs good nutrients to thrive and work at full capacity. Any good entrepreneur knows that a system is only as good as its foundations. There is good food in your dining court, you just ave to go for it. Blueberries have been shown to boost brainpower, and fruits and veggies never hurt.

2. Cut down on the sugar

Carbs are bad. Especially the ones that come in sugary drinks and foods. Cut down on the amount of pop you drink and the number of candies and desserts to gorge yourself on and you may be amazed with the results.

Pro-tip: Need a caffeine boost? Try coffee. Its got caffeine, and a load of health benefits to boot. (I drink a good three cups of coffee a day…) Black is best, but if you don’t like the taste add just a bit of sugar and cream.

3. Stick to the same types of foods

Variety may be the spice of life, but it usually is killer in diets and eating right. This doesn’t mean you have to eat bland foods, but avoid mixing up your diet everyday. Eat similar foods for each meal and always include a vegetable and a fruit.

Good food boosts your body and mind. You may be pleasantly surprised with how you look and feel when you start eating right. Check out this blog for more college hacks and food tips:
College Info Geek

Hack on, friend!