Five brain-boosting snacks for students as exam season approaches

Oranges are among the fruits said to boost brain power. With exam season approaching, students have been urged to swap a diet of quick, cheap eats for nutritious meals to boost brain power when hitting the books. Health and fitness experts at Vivotion.com have compiled a guide which they say will support learners in maximising revision potential this summer. Little sleep, stress and missing meals will create chaos when it comes to the ability to concentrate and absorb information. Low supply of both money and time often results in many students opting for short-term fixes such as takeaways and sugary snacks in replacement of healthy and fulfilling meals. However, junk food in place of normal meals can be damaging to long-term health, so relying on these foods to retain high energy levels could be doing more harm than good. Who’s up for a roast dinner? Here’s what our spy thought Gin and rum festival in Burton Top 10 places for breakfast in Burton A spokesperson for Vivotion.com explained: "A healthy diet is always important, however in times which require higher levels of concentration and a lot of brain power a nutritious diet is vital. "Endurance is critical, so going for foods which provide a short burst of energy will often leave you feeling unfulfilled and sluggish later on in the day. "Students can improve their learning by simply swapping out crisps for dried fruits which can make all the difference in the world – after all, one mark could be the difference of a whole grade." Five brain-boosting snacks 1. Oily fish One of the most effective essential fatty acids (EFA) is omega 3 which occurs naturally in oily fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines which are all relatively cheap. EFA cannot be made in the body so […]

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