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By Christian Solis/Staff Writer
Students sit in class listening to their stomachs rumble as they wait for the bell to ring to go to break or lunch.
Once they are actually let out of class and stand in line for food, they have their choices—dino nuggets, cinnamon rolls, greasy breakfast sandwiches and burritos, and sodas or juices to top it off. If they want to eat healthy, students can buy a fruit bowl and a bottle of water.
Most students seem to be unhappy about all the greasy choices and said they wish there would be some healthier choices at the Lancer Cafe.
“Most of the food here is really good although it may be unhealthy,” said junior Andrew Ponce. “Most kids overlook the issue and are more concerned with what they want to eat, not what they should eat. I personally give in to the food most times because I do not have time to eat at home.”
While Ponce and other students deal with the food from the Lancer Cafe, others avoid it as much as possible.
“I usually bring my own lunch because food is pretty expensive and unhealthy, it is really greasy,” junior Kiana Razo said.
Students complain that in addition to the unhealthy foods, high prices are also an issue. Some students said that wouldn’t mind paying more for food that is actually good for them.
“I would rather pay three dollars for a good salad, then pay three dollars for cheese sticks,” junior Megan Uriarte said.
After a bad class or a poor score on a test, students like to relieve that stress by buying a KFC bowl, or one of the other really greasy choices available at lunch or break.
“I sometimes eat at school and spend my money because of the stress from school,” said senior Camerin Valle. “The food helps relieve some of it and gives a reason to keep me going through the day.”
Bad choices on campus could also be leading to unhealthy students.
According to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 16 percent to 33 percent of teens in America are considerably overweight. They reported that it is partly due to most school lunches not providing the nutrients each student needs.
“We should have healthier food. The food is too ‘crappy’ and bad for our health. They should serve healthier options for people trying to watch their weight,” said junior Abraham Torres.
