April 23rd, 2008
Feed Your Mind: Healthy Eating Leads to Better Brain Function
Alas, as mere humans, we cannot survive on energy drinks alone – even though college students and business professionals seem to rely on sugar and caffeine to get them through the days (and nights). Naturally, there are other options that will sustain your focus and keep those brain waves pumping.
Mc-Don’t
In a society of “super size me” and eating contests, it can be hard to break away from the temptation of comfort food during those times of stress – especially as a college student. But stressful moments are actually when you need healthy, brain-friendly foods the most. It will help you zero in on those final pages of that overdue English paper.
B is better than A
B vitamins, antioxidants, and iron-rich foods are essential for late-night studying and any other time you need to focus. Easy snacks include beans and rice, a peanut butter sandwich (with whole grain bread, of course), sushi, a hard-boiled egg, berries, or carrots. (You can even splurge and dip your veggies on hummus is you’re desperate.)
Campus Support
Healthy eating is easier when you have your own kitchen and some cash flow. Students at online colleges have endless choices, along with those flexible study hours. But many traditional college students are stuck with a dining hall meal plan. Luckily, some colleges have progressive options in their dining halls and offer healthy brain foods, too. You can even find colleges that provide vegetarian foods as part of a more health-conscious initiative.
Breaking old habits is the hard part. It is soooo easy to grab a caffeniated drink and a candy bar when you are tired / busy. Having healthy foods available requires planning.
Comment by Erik — April 24, 2008 @ 6:47 am