Sugar Makes You Dumb?
Do the foods you eat really impact the way you think and how well you perform in school? A recent study demonstrated that sugar does indeed cause poor brain function. Sugary foods and drinks result in a decreased ability to learn new material and impairment of short-term and long-term memory. If you want to do your best academically and increase your free time then you must lay off junk food. Eating junk food slows down the performance of your brain which can cause you to spend more time studying. Not only do these foods cause memory problems, but according to emerging research they definitely affect your mood. Eating sugar has been shown to raise your stress levels leading to depression and anxiety. If you want to feel your best you should switch to these snack foods instead. - Raw nuts including walnuts, pistachios, almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts
- Apples
- Raisins
- Granola (No sugar added)
Instead of soft drinks, energy drinks, and juice (which causes poor brain function) switch to these healthier alternatives.
- Green Tea (Plain or with one teaspoon of real honey)
- Black coffee (no cream or sugar)
- Real coconut water (no added sugar)
Whereas soft drinks are detrimental to brain function, green tea has been shown to increase memory and mental performance. Coconut water contains the electrolyte magnesium. Magnesium is something that 90% of students do not get enough of from a normal diet. Magnesium is an essential element needed for maximum memory and overall brain function. And of course, coffee is good for the brain if you don't add anything to it. Coffee has been shown to boost short-term memory but not when you add sugar to it. It is always best to find an organic source of coffee and teas to avoid any chemicals that might interfere with brain function.
