In the coming weeks, parents across the country will pack their cars with their teenagers' belongings and drop them off at their halls of residence as they begin university life . For many, it'll be the first time their precious teens have moved out of the family home, so naturally, a sense of worry will accompany the feelings of excitement and pride. One reason parents might feel apprehensive is their health. Will they be able to cook for themselves sufficiently? Will they get enough sleep ? And will they catch the dreaded 'freshers flu'?

While there is, of course, little parents can do once they've dropped their teens off and left them to their own devices, experts have said there are a number of tips and tricks you can arm them with to make sure they stay in tip top condition (mo

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