Panhellenic and school exams: Nutrition and vitamins
We are approaching the period of school examinations and national examinations and many students are intensifying their efforts. Proper nutrition can make a difference and can make a decisive contribution to the success of the examinee.
With exams approaching – school exams, Panhellenic exams, university exams, stress and fatigue are hitting… red! And although we all recognize that stress doesn’t help and it’s important to have breaks for rest and performance rotation, no matter how busy a student’s or pupil’s schedule may be, this is often easier in theory than in practice.
But what can certainly help – and is very simple to put into practice – is to strengthen the body and the brain more specifically, through the vitamins and valuable elements we get from food or from specialized supplements.
Nutrition in exams: The best options
Food choices during a period of intense fatigue and stress are very important and can make a difference in a student’s performance. The following foods are considered excellent choices to improve brain function and reduce stress.
Eggs: Eggs contain choline and vitamin D, two substances that help the nervous system function better, boost the immune system and improve memory and brain performance.
Fatty fish: Small fish that are easy to find this time of year, such as sardines and anchovies or fish like salmon and herring, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, essential for nervous system and immune health.
Nuts and seeds: In addition to being a healthy snack for immediate energy, nuts and seeds (e.g. sesame seeds, chia seeds) “fill the body” with vitamins and minerals such as magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids. Some excellent examples are almonds, rich in vitamins B3 and E, walnuts which provide us with polyphenols, magnesium, zinc, potassium and vitamins E and K and peanuts which are high in niacin and folate, valuable substances for the nervous system!
Fruits and vegetables: Fresh, colorful seasonal fruits and vegetables are another valuable food category. They are rich in vitamins A, E, and C, a host of minerals and trace elements as well as antioxidants that protect the brain and act against stress.
Meat, fish and dairy products: All of them are good sources of B vitamins and zinc, important for efficient brain function.
Dark chocolate: In addition to being a sweet break, chocolate is rich in magnesium, which helps control stress and antioxidants that protect the brain from damage caused by free radicals.
All the essential vitamins in one capsule!
The busy lifestyle of young and old in the family and the daily demands do not always allow us to follow a balanced diet with a variety of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. But because all of these are more than valuable – especially in times of tension and stress – vitamins and multivitamins offer an excellent solution, boosting the body and brain with the ingredients they need to perform at 100% of their potential.
In our pharmacy, you can discuss your needs with our qualified and always knowledgeable associates and get advice on H.O.F.-approved specific nutritional supplements to boost the immune system, support brain function, and reduce stress.