Final exam time is here again, and it’s easy to put aside
good nutrition and healthy habits while you’re busy with other things. But factoring in a few easy tips can help you
stay focused and successful during exam week:
1.
Eat
breakfast. It will give you energy to
start your day, and help you concentrate better. A healthy breakfast is even better, as it’s a
good way to get more nutrients in – whole grain oatmeal, veggie omelet, fresh
fruit – all are good ways to start the day.
2.
Eat healthy
snacks to keep your energy level up – grab a raw fruit or veggie, low fat
yogurt, a handful of nuts, small veggie salad.
3.
Exercise. It will lift your mood and take your mind
off the stress, even if it’s just for a few minutes at a time.
4.
Get
enough sleep!
5.
Stay
hydrated. Dehydration can make you
feel more fatigued and feeling mentally foggy.
Caffeine is going to feel like your best friend right now, but make sure
you are getting enough water, too.
Caffeine is a diuretic (makes you need to urinate more), so be sure to
replenish the fluid lost.
6.
Find ways
to cope with stress. Take a walk,
listen to some good music, hang out with friends. Take some time to recharge before diving back
into the studying.
Some things you may want to try avoiding: too much caffeine (in addition to being a
diuretic, it can also leave you feeling jittery and anxious), high fat and
sugar foods, and overeating at meals, which can leave you feeling sluggish and sleepy.
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