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Penn State Offers Healthy Eating

August 26, 2008 RSS Feed Print

Several Penn State dining halls have converted to vegetarian or vegan foods—to the dismay of the diner who enjoys a greasy plate of fries every once in a while. According to the Daily Collegian, at least one cafeteria ditched the deep fryer and instead features a salad and fresh fruit bar, organic foods, and meat alternatives. The entrees all have 400 or fewer calories and the desserts 150 or fewer.

The transition hasn't been seamless, with students complaining of cardboard-like pizzas, small portions, and too few options. "Sometimes you just need a deep fryer," says one student.

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