If your mini-fridge is stocked with Greek yogurt cups and your backpack always has a protein bar in it, you’re not alone. New campus dining data shows a sharp year-over-year jump in demand for high-protein foods among college students, and the shift is already reshaping what fills dorm mini-fridges, backpack pockets and vending machines. Expect brands, cafeterias and student shoppers to accelerate the pivot through 2026. What’s Happening With Dorm Snack Trends High-protein foods are now the top dietary preference among U.S. college students, according to Chartwells Higher Education’s 2026 Camp...
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