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True to the motto “good food, good mood”, it is not only important to eat well to make us comfortable in our own bodies but also to boost our brain power. Much like thorough exam preparation, healthy food is crucial especially while studying. A balanced diet might even be the game changer you were looking for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But which foods have a positive effect on our brain power? We\u2019ve got you covered and summarized the answer to this question and some more useful info on brainfood for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What even is brainfood?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As the name suggests, brainfoods are foods, which are in some way good for our brains. They promote our mental capacity and supply our brains with essential nutrients, which we especially need during high performance phases like exam seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Three important and major components of our diets are carbohydrates, fat and protein. Carbohydrates provide our brains with sugar and sugar equals energy for our bodies. Try to incorporate complex carbohydrates into your diet, such as wholemeal bread, oats or potatoes, to ensure long-lasting energy. Protein, which can be sourced from plant-based or animal products, plays an important part in our memory and the flow of information. Besides healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, minerals, vitamins, and fibre also support our mental capacity and help to keep our brains fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5 brainfoods for studying<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Eat smart and be smart with these brainfoods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
sweet potatoes \u2013 high in minerals and vitamins<\/li>
fish \u2013 healthy fats, protein<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
5 anti-brainfoods you should avoid<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Are you frequently having trouble concentrating? Your diet might be to blame, more specifically \u201canti\u201d-brainfoods, which might have a negative effect on your brain power \u2013 or even your grades and mood. The wrong carbohydrates in your food make you tired and hinder your concentration. But \u2013 of course \u2013 you can enjoy anti-brainfoods from time to time. Just keep in mind: balance is key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anti-brainfood snacks and meals include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
fast food (burgers, fried chicken and the like)<\/li>
diet and light editions of products (oftentimes full of additives)<\/li>
convenience food and ready meals (highly processed, high in salt and fat)<\/li>
lemonade and energy drinks (high in sugar)<\/li>
white flour products (fast source of carbohydrates, which will only keep your energy up for a short period of time)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
During exam season there is often little time for cooking and students love quick meals. But sometimes we simply lack creative ideas \u2013 and let\u2019s be honest, an alternative to the standard pasta with sauce would be great (even though there simply cannot be enough pasta recipes in this world \ud83d\ude09).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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