{"id":9081,"date":"2024-11-14T04:42:50","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T04:42:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/?p=9081"},"modified":"2024-11-14T04:42:50","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T04:42:50","slug":"nutritious-food-for-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Brain Foods to Help Your Child Focus During Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#The_9_Best_Brain_Foods_to_Help_Your_Child_Focus\" title=\"The 9 Best Brain Foods to Help Your Child Focus\">The 9 Best Brain Foods to Help Your Child Focus<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#1_Oily_Fish\" title=\"1. Oily Fish\">1. Oily Fish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#2_Blueberries\" title=\"2. Blueberries\">2. Blueberries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#3_Leafy_Greens\" title=\"3. Leafy Greens\">3. Leafy Greens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#4_Nuts\" title=\"4. Nuts\">4. Nuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#5_Eggs\" title=\"5. Eggs\">5. Eggs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#6_Pumpkin_Seeds\" title=\"6. Pumpkin Seeds\">6. Pumpkin Seeds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#7_Oranges\" title=\"7. Oranges\">7. Oranges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#8_Whole_Grains\" title=\"8. Whole Grains\">8. Whole Grains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#9_Dark_Chocolate\" title=\"9. Dark Chocolate\">9. Dark Chocolate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/nutritious-food-for-exam\/#Pro_Tip_for_Maximum_Exam_Readiness\" title=\"Pro Tip for Maximum Exam Readiness\">Pro Tip for Maximum Exam Readiness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are what we eat. Our food choices not only influence our physical health but also play a significant role in our <\/span><b>mental and emotional well-being<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The significance of food intake is incredibly profound in childhood when the child is rapidly growing and developing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2227-9032\/5\/4\/60\"><b>Research studies<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">statistically significant positive associations between dietary intake\/behaviour and academic achievement.\u201d Therefore,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as parents, you should put extra thought into what you feed your children if you wish them to achieve academic excellence. But <\/span><b>what kind of food does your child need to receive all the necessary nutrients?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Let\u2019s find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_9_Best_Brain_Foods_to_Help_Your_Child_Focus\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 9 Best Brain Foods to Help Your Child Focus<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Oily_Fish\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Oily Fish<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9083\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/01-oily-fish.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/01-oily-fish.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/01-oily-fish-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/01-oily-fish-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/01-oily-fish-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oily fish are rich in <\/span><b>Omega-3 fatty acids<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are the building blocks of the brain. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is one of these acids that reduces memory and reduces inflammation in the brain. Best oily fish examples include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Salmon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: high in selenium and good for DNA synthesis and reproductive health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mackerel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: excellent source of protein, vitamins B2, B3, B6, B12, and vitamin D.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sardines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: omega-3 fatty acids that increase grey matter and facilitate brain development.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can serve grilled mackerel or salmon in a sandwich with whole grain bread to make this food more favourable to your child.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Blueberries\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Blueberries<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9084\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/02-blueburries.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/02-blueburries.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/02-blueburries-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/02-blueburries-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/02-blueburries-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueberries contain antioxidants, especially flavonoids, which promote the growth of brain cells and prevent oxidative stress. A study by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kcl.ac.uk\/news\/blueberries-help-improve-brain-function#:~:text=New%20research%20from%20King's%20Faculty,improved%20memory%20and%20brain%20cognition.\"><b>King\u2019s College London<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also shows that participants who consumed blueberry powder in drinks \u201cexperienced better memory and an<\/span><b> improved accuracy on attention tasks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as well as lower blood pressure.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueberries are great snacks on their own, but you can also add them to a <\/span><b>smoothie <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or mix them with <\/span><b>oatmeal <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><b>yoghurt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also use them in a salad for a burst of flavour as well as brain power, whatever your child likes the most.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Leafy_Greens\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Leafy Greens<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9085\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/03-leafy-vegtables.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/03-leafy-vegtables.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/03-leafy-vegtables-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/03-leafy-vegtables-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/03-leafy-vegtables-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark vegetables such as spinach, kale, and broccoli are rich in <\/span><b>vitamin K<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>lutein<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>folate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, maintaining overall brain function and preventing memory decline.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spinach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: rich in iron, vitamins C and E, potassium, and magnesium.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kale<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 good sources of vitamin K, B6, copper, and manganese.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Broccoli<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: contains kaempferol and sulforaphane.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables aren\u2019t exactly your child\u2019s favourite food, so you should use them as additives to their favourite food, such as omelettes or lasagna. Don\u2019t forget that there are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingwell.com\/gallery\/8020964\/cozy-soups-for-brain-health\/\"><b>delicious recipes for vegetable soups<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can try.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Nuts\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Nuts<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9086\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/04-nuts.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/04-nuts.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/04-nuts-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/04-nuts-150x102.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/04-nuts-450x305.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts contain substantial amounts of <\/span><b>vitamin E<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, magnesium, and zinc. The nutrients in the nuts can support memory and cognitive function. Regular nut consumption can improve focus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, most nuts are tasty, and children enjoy having them as snacks. You can treat them with a small bowl of nuts on their desk when they\u2019re preparing for exams to show you care and to help their brain function better. The table below shows the benefits of delicious nuts that are good for the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9087\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9087\" style=\"width: 1173px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9087\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits.jpg\" alt=\"nutritious nuts and their benefits\" width=\"1173\" height=\"1112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits.jpg 1173w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits-300x284.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits-1024x971.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits-768x728.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits-150x142.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/nutritious-nuts-and-their-benefits-450x427.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1173px) 100vw, 1173px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9087\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Nutritious nuts and their benefits<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Eggs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Eggs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9088\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/05-eggs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/05-eggs.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/05-eggs-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/05-eggs-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/05-eggs-450x337.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs contain substantial amounts of <\/span><b>choline<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This nutrient is vital for a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which is involved in learning new information. Therefore, eating eggs can improve memory and cognitive performance, and they are an excellent nutrient for exam season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs are very useful in cooking and baking, and you have many options for serving them. Eggs make a great <\/span><b>breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and give your child the nutrients they need to energetically start the day. <\/span><b>Boiled eggs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are also great snacks to have in a study break.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Pumpkin_Seeds\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Pumpkin Seeds<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9089\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/06-pumpkin-seeds.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/06-pumpkin-seeds.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/06-pumpkin-seeds-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/06-pumpkin-seeds-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/06-pumpkin-seeds-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin seeds contain polyunsaturated fats and antioxidants such as polyphenols and carotenoids. But more importantly, they\u2019re rich in minerals such as <\/span><b>magnesium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>iron<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>zinc, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which can improve brain function. Magnesium supports memory, zinc enhances communication between brain cells, and iron ensures proper oxygenation of the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top of salads or use them in baked food such as cakes, muffins or granola bars. Roasted pumpkin seeds with a bit of salt are tasty snacks that contain nutrients for your child during study breaks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Oranges\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Oranges<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9090\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/07-oranges.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/07-oranges.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/07-oranges-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/07-oranges-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/07-oranges-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oranges are packed with minerals and vitamins, especially <\/span><b>vitamin C<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an antioxidant that prevents cell damage. Not only are oranges good for memory, but they also have benefits such as forming blood vessels, muscles, cartilage, and collagen in your bones. Additionally, if you think your child is stressed out, oranges can l<\/span><b>imit the release of stress hormones<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can pack some orange wedges in your child\u2019s lunchbox, but nothing is like fresh orange juice in the morning after breakfast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Whole_Grains\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Whole Grains<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9091\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/08-whole-grains.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/08-whole-grains.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/08-whole-grains-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/08-whole-grains-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/08-whole-grains-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains comprise a considerable amount of our foods. They\u2019re rich in <\/span><b>glucose<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is the <\/span><b>brain\u2019s primary energy source<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whole grains contain<\/span><b> slow-burning carbohydrates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that help your child maintain mental alertness and concentration throughout the day. Moreover, other findings show whole grains \u201cpromote gut and heart health and keep your bowel movements regular.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains are very useful in cooking the main courses. You can cook these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seriouseats.com\/whole-grain-recipes\"><b>25 recipes with whole grains<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and keep the energy flowing in your child\u2019s body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Dark_Chocolate\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Dark Chocolate<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9092\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/09-dark-chocolate.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/09-dark-chocolate.jpg 615w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/09-dark-chocolate-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/09-dark-chocolate-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/09-dark-chocolate-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark chocolate is a fantastic <\/span><b>booster <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for study sessions. It is rich in <\/span><b>flavonoids, caffeine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>antioxidants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which improve mental alertness, enhance mood, and boost memory. But you have to go easy on the chocolate bar, or else it will make you or your child gain weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can serve it with a cup of coffee or melt it over a cake to transform its taste. Be careful about the time your child eats dark chocolate. Eating dark chocolate at night can keep your child (and possibly you) awake and disturb your sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tip_for_Maximum_Exam_Readiness\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro Tip for Maximum Exam Readiness<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While being physically prepared for the exams is extremely important, you should consider the mental aspects of exam preparation as well. 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