Pre-exams dietary tips

Foods to eat before exams

Food items that are good for kids to have before their exams are those which have low GI or glycemic index. This is because this will not shoot up their blood sugar levels very quickly and prevent sluggishness during the exam. Also, they need to be high on the nutrition meter. According to Dhvani, the following foods are good:

• Nuts
• Smoothies
• Cheese vegetable sandwich

Is the traditional ‘dahi-chini’ or curd with sugar a healthy option?

‘Curd is an excellent food during exams. Adding sugar to curd (like tradition demands) helps calm the nerves, provides sustained energy release and keeps the brain active. A better alternative would be the addition of fruit and nuts to yoghurt (smoothies) since they provide additional vitamins and minerals,’ advises Dhvani.

Foods to avoid before exams

There are certain food items that should definitely be avoided before exams as these can make children feel drowsy during their papers. This will prevent them from performing to their optimal potential which can result in bad grade. To ensure this doesn’t happen, Dhvani suggests avoiding foods that contain simple sugars, high fat, preservatives. These include foods such as:

• Packaged fruit juices
• Junk foods such as pizza, burger
• Deep-fried foods such as samosa, fries, etc.

Such foods can damage the brain cells, cause anxiety/nervousness also. It is better to give children home-made food as they are also hygienic and prevent the risk of stomach ailments. Apart from food, make sure your child drinks enough water throughout the day to avoid dehydration. Also read these tips for kids to improve concentration.

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