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= Snacks = Snacking is a large part of most college students' lives at PSU. Incoming freshmen will have to be prepared to get the right snacks to store in their dorms. However, storing up on the right type of snacks can be a challenge since there are so many options available; this can make picking out the right snacks more difficult. A few things to keep in mind when buying snacks are their convenience, accessibility, calorie intake, taste, and price. These criteria can help determine some of the best snacks to get as snacks that excel in these areas leave consumers satisfied without requiring much effort to enjoy. Finding a balance of these criteria can be difficult and is ultimately up to each individual, but there are already a few good options out there for the incoming freshmen who would like some solid recommendations. Snacks like GoGo Squeez, Chobani Yogurt, Tostitos, Famous Amos Cookies, and Double Stuf Oreo's are good ones to grab.

GoGo Squeez
The snack food I have chosen for this journal is GoGo Squeez. GoGo Squeez is pretty much just applesauce in a pouch, so you drink it instead of eating it with a spoon like applesauce is traditionally eaten. This makes GoGo Squeez an easily accessible snack. They also come in multiple flavors such as, plain apple, apple cinnamon, apple banana, and more. My personal favorite is the apple cinnamon because growing up, I have always put cinnamon in my applesauce at home. GoGo Squeezes taste very good and come with such variety that there is bound to be something for everyone. They are also small in portion and have few calories to begin with, so college students don't have to worry about adding unwanted pounds while snacking on these. This snack is also sold in the market area of the dorm commons so it is a convenient snack for college students to buy as it is not only close in location but it is also priced very well with them being available in packs of four for about $4. Putting a few meal points towards this snack is definitely recommended. All these reasons make GoGo Squeez a great choice for a snack to store in your dorm and make them the number one snack on this list.

Chobani Yogurt
If I had to choose my favorite snack among the collection of aisles, it'd probably be Chobani Yogurt. Chobani yogurt is a brand of Greek yogurt that blends together flavors of real fruit, with their plain Greek yogurt. The yogurt comes in a variety of flavors including pineapple, strawberry, mango, coconut, etc. . This large variety of flavors gives Chobani yogurt a great variety and quality of taste. There are also three main types of yogurt including Chobani flip yogurts (which are basically yogurt parfaits), mixed fruit yogurts, and yogurt drinks (which are a more liquified version of the flavored yogurt). This variety of packaging makes these products much more convenient because if you are on the go you can always just drink it rather than sitting down and eating with a spoon. Another great thing about this yogurt is that it usually contains real fruit, making it a healthier option in the snack aisle. Also, this leads to a lower calorie intake from this snack in comparison to if it were artificial. It is ideal for college, especially since it can be hard to find healthier options on the go. Not only does it help increase calcium and fruit intake, but it's a snack that can be enjoyed whether it is something little for breakfast, lunch, or a personal dessert. Given the snack is already pre-prepared I can easily enjoy it wherever I go. What is great is that I can find Chobani yogurt just about anywhere. These places include a market, gas station, convenience store, or even a place on Penn State's campus such as the Pollock Commons. This makes the yogurt super accessible since it can be bought almost anywhere. Finally, the price is quite affordable as well since you can get a 32 oz. container for about $5.60. That is a good value for a large quantity of yogurt. All this being said it makes Chobani another great choice, and the number two option on this list for college snacks.

Hint of Lime Tostitos
The snack food I chose are the Hint of Lime Tostitos. Tostitos are a form of chips that can be used to make nacho, salsa, or guacamole dishes. However, these specific Tostitos chips are the best variety that add a little kick of zesty, tangy lime to the normal mix. The taste isn't quite spicy either, but rather well-balanced, which makes them a perfect choice as a snack. Tostitos are perfect, they're basically discount nachos, just without all the toppings. They give me a sense of enjoyment as I eat them. I use them to make nachos every now and then and every time they taste great. They're only 150 calories per serving at around $2.98 a pack, making them ideal for any college student's budget. Last semester, I got my roommate who only prefers plain tasting foods to love these Tostitos. They're very convenient for us to buy since my commons market sold them which allowed us to always have a supply of these chips. When my roommate and I would have movie nights we would snack on these chips so besides them just being a good chip, they also bring back good memories - especially now since we are in the time of the everlasting "coronacation". I miss these movie nights dearly and I can't wait to enjoy that again next semester by making actual nachos with these Tostitos. These reasons earn Hint of Lime Tostitos the number three spot on this list.

Famous Amos Cookies
The snack food I chose for this journal is Famous Amos cookies. Chocolate chip cookies? Yes, they are my all-time favorite snack in the world. Each pack of cookies comes with 8-10 bite-size cookies. These cookies melt in your mouth and they pair great with ice cold milk. These cookies are found almost everywhere from supermarkets, to vending machines, gas stations, and most importantly, the market that sells snacks and other foods for my residence hall at Penn State. Famous Amos cookies are reasonably priced as well. A pack is usually around $1.50, which is convenient for me as a college student on a low budget. The first day I tried Famous Amos was at a resort in Turks and Caicos, I was only 6 years old. The hotel offered cookies to me when we first arrived and ta-da, I had my first pack of Famous Amos cookies. My first bite was the best cookie bite I have ever had, and I will remember it to my grave. I fell so in love with Famous Amos cookies that my mom wanted to capture the moment and she took a picture of me with them. Back home we even started buying this cookies in bulk in huge boxes. To this day I am still obsessed with these cookies. As a matter of fact, I just ate a pack before I started writing this journal! I know Famous Amos cookies are not a healthy snack but they are an easy snack that takes up no preparation time for someone who is craving something quick, but still so sweet and yummy. They are also great for when you need something small and portable to fit in your backpack on your way to class or a study session. I miss Penn State, and my daily trips to the market in East to buy my favorite Famous Amos cookies. These reasons give Famous Amos cookies the fourth spot on this list.

Double Stuf Oreo's
If I had to choose a go to snack it would definitely be Double Stuf Oreo's. Maybe it's not the healthiest snack, but for me the taste overcomes that. Oreo's are composed of a sweet crème layer, sandwiched between two chocolate wafers. Double Stuf Oreo's are essentially the same thing except it contains double the amount of crème in comparison to regular Oreo’s. This snack tastes perfectly balanced. You have your chocolate wafers and that is balanced out by the crème filling. If you have a glass of milk with that, it makes the cookie go down more easily. The first reason on why this is my favorite snack is because I just love the taste of it. When picking a favorite snack, that should definitely be the most important factor in the decision. Another reason that this is my favorite snack is due to economic reasons. Most of the time at the store you can get a large pack for about $3. One of these includes about thirty cookies. For $3 that is a pretty good value and something I'm sure college students can appreciate. It will also last a good amount of time before you must buy a new pack. This snack is also very transportable. You can throw a few Double Stuf Oreo's in a snack bag and whenever you need a little motivation or energy you just eat one and keep going. Those are the reasons that it is my favorite snack food. For the most part I try to keep it to more of a dessert snack since they aren't the healthiest, but sometimes they are too good to pass up during the day. A memory I have with this snack is coming home from my basketball practices, and having Oreo's be my first choice when I'm looking for something quick to eat. Double Stuf Oreo's are my favorite snack food and they earn the last, but not least, fifth spot on this list.