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Feed your concentration
To keep alert it's important to feed the brain. After all, it uses 20 per cent of all the calories we consume. Eating regular meals will help to feed the brain with the amount of glucose it needs to function well. Poor concentration is a common symptom of low-blood sugar.
Stay alert by starting the day with a protein-rich breakfast. 'Eggs, for example, are packed with brain nutrients,' says Edgson. 'But it's best not to overload your body the night before a big day with heavy food, like pasta, as this might interrupt your blood sugar levels.'
Iron, vitamin B and essential fatty acids are also important nutrients. 'Foods rich in B vitamins are vital for nerve impulses, a better memory and concentration,' says Dr McKeith. 'Essential fatty acids like Omega 3, contained in oily fish, maintain cell membranes in the brain and nervous system.'
Increase brain-power action plan
Never skip meals and eat brain-boosting foods. Choose poultry, fish, eggs, lean red meat and nuts, seeds and wholegrains for your B-vitamins, oily fish for essential fatty acids, and watercress, spinach, liver and steak for iron.
The night before an exam or busy day, ensure you eat plenty of vegetables and wholegrains to get a good night's sleep. For breakfast, eat a protein-rich soya or yoghurt smoothie or eggs on toast.
Feed your concentration
To keep alert it's important to feed the brain. After all, it uses 20 per cent of all the calories we consume. Eating regular meals will help to feed the brain with the amount of glucose it needs to function well. Poor concentration is a common symptom of low-blood sugar.
Stay alert by starting the day with a protein-rich breakfast. 'Eggs, for example, are packed with brain nutrients,' says Edgson. 'But it's best not to overload your body the night before a big day with heavy food, like pasta, as this might interrupt your blood sugar levels.'
Iron, vitamin B and essential fatty acids are also important nutrients. 'Foods rich in B vitamins are vital for nerve impulses, a better memory and concentration,' says Dr McKeith. 'Essential fatty acids like Omega 3, contained in oily fish, maintain cell membranes in the brain and nervous system.'
Increase brain-power action plan
Never skip meals and eat brain-boosting foods. Choose poultry, fish, eggs, lean red meat and nuts, seeds and wholegrains for your B-vitamins, oily fish for essential fatty acids, and watercress, spinach, liver and steak for iron.
The night before an exam or busy day, ensure you eat plenty of vegetables and wholegrains to get a good night's sleep. For breakfast, eat a protein-rich soya or yoghurt smoothie or eggs on toast.
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