BRAIN FOOD & WATER

BY MS. HENSHELWOOD AUGUST 2011

During my English and Social Studies Classes I encourage students to

bring brain food and water to class.

Read on to find out why!

BRAIN FOOD There are definite links between effective learning

and good nutrition. Research suggests that we need to ensure our brains are well-fed for successful study.

We do this by having a nutritious breakfast; having a balanced diet; and eating by grazing to keep our energy levels high to ensure we feed our bodies and our brains.

Brain Food & Water: If we nibble on pieces of fruit, grains and vegetables at various intervals during the day it keeps our blood sugar high to energize our brains for thinking and learning. Drinking water frequently keeps us hydrated and helps prevent fatigue and keep concentration levels going strong.

WHAT TYPES OF BRAIN FOOD SHOULD I BRING?

Where possible all food should be cut up into bit size piece and put into small food container.

What types of food are considered Brain Food? It is most beneficial to have food this is natural with

limited if not no processing. Fruit and Vegetables are the idea choice but some cereals are also acceptable.

Some examples include: Vegetables: carrots, turnips, cucumbers, red

peppers, celery, cherry tomatoes; Fruit: grapes, strawberries; Dried Fruits: sultanas; figs; dates; apple; raisins;

apricots; (mango is okay, but has a lot of sugar added)

Cereals:buckwheat; millet; wholemeal cheerios