Inspiration for this week's blog post comes from Middlesbrough College and its excellent energy-boosting concentration-improving solution for A-Level and AS-level students - bananas.
Yes, the yellow fruit packed with potassium, is a superfood that can help to combat stress and boost brain power. As bananas are also a slow-releasing energy food, this makes them a perfect option for a mid-morning snack to help maintain productivity through the day. Having a banana for breakfast is also a great way to start you on the right track to 5-A-Day.
Students at Middlesbrough College are offered a banana and a bottle of water 30 minutes before exams begin. This was designed to ensure those skipping breakfast do not experience dips in concentration as a result of missing out on the first meal of the day.
The college believes bananas are the ideal antidote to exam fatigue, which can cause students to answer incorrectly as energy and concentration levels begin to drop midway through exams.
Director of A-Levels, Richard Ronksley says: "The theory behind it is not new, bananas have many health benefits. It's a simple idea but we believe it will be beneficial to students and will hopefully have a positive impact on their exam results."
Bananas are a great choice for all - potassium is an essential mineral that helps to maintain normal blood pressure and healthy heart function. Other banana benefits include: they are a great source of fibre, are low in salt and high in vitamin B6 making them an excellent mood food. Vitamin B6 can also be highly effective in controlling muscle spasms and strains naturally. Lastly, bananas are low in calories and are easy for your body to digest.
What's not to love? Bananas rock. Spread the word...
