Vol. 12, Issue 3 (2023)

Author(s):
Ishita Mehta, Rupali Runwal and Gayatri Parmar

Abstract:
Dietary customs are mostly influenced by cultural conventions, social media, personal preferences, and socioeconomic standing. After completing high school, some young adults decide to further their education. Most of the time, they have to change their eating habits and lifestyle drastically. The purpose of this research was to examine the eating habits of non-traditional male college students. In terms of resources and techniques, the questionnaire for the research project was written out on a card. An anonymous survey was taken by 70 male college students who do not live at home with their families. Unsettlingly, the study results found that while the majority of male students eat twice a day, most of their snacking and beverage consumption occurred between meals. Despite the proliferation of online resources, educational institutions continue to serve as the key informational centers for young men aged 18-25 years seeking advice on how to maintain a balanced diet. The largest fraction of students who follow healthy eating recommendations. From a health perspective, male students see sugary meals as the most dangerous, whereas fried foods, fruits, and vegetables are viewed as the most helpful. The vast majority of young adults eat in or order takeout most nights. The majority of students understand the need of eating healthily, but only a substantial minority really follow this advice. Vastly young adults are affected by the influence of social media which in turn affects their dietary patterns tremendously. It's encouraging that schools and universities continue to be the primary locations where people acquire the knowledge they require. Even if they don't follow every healthy eating guideline, the majority of students have a good nutritional pattern and an honest perspective on their eating habits.