Change In Lifestyle Of Students During Exam Period

Students are tend to change their life style during their exam preparation till the end of exams. This is the most important period in a students life. Here are a few note and tips on How to study and what to eat, best ways to adopt, helpful ideas during your exam period.

Library: The Library is a great place to study, but often gets very busy around exam time. Hence to choose another right place ideally with an exit in plain view. Let your friends know where you are studying and ask them to join you. Also, group discussion may bring in more ideas and interesting ways to read for your exams.

Reduce Anxiety: If you spread out studying throughout the entire term, you'll avoid having to cram before the exam. Cramming usually involves memorizing material but the pressure of an exam limits your ability to recall memorized information. If you feel you aren't meeting the goals you set out for yourself, make a note of the progress you're making and take measures to improve your performance the next time.

Do not neglect your physical health : When focusing on studying and exam preparation, it's easy to neglect your physical health. Remember that if your body is worn down, your brain will be too. Make a concerted effort to eat and sleep properly during the exam period. Also, do your best to limit your caffeine and sugar intake, as both can increase your stress level.

Take Enough Breaks: Exam season is on and every parent will want to help their children stay physically and mentally healthy through out this time. There is no doubt about it - exams really are exhausting. The best way to get over the final hurdle is to keep revising according to a timetable, take plenty of breaks and get out into the fresh air for a break.

Eat Well During Exam Period: The diet plays an important role in your well being. The right foods protect children body and mind. They also improve marks by boosting academic performance on the exam day. Of course, parents should feed children well throughout life, but there are times when foods can make the difference between success and failure. A healthy balanced diet should consist of whole grain cereals, legumes, sprouted pulses, fruits, nuts, vegetables, eggs and fish.

What to eat and What not to eat? The best diet food during exams is lots of fresh foods as close to their natural state as possible, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, sprouted pulses, fish and egg. They help to activate memory by stimulating the release of neurotransmitters, brain chemicals involved in receiving, processing, storing, and accessing information optimally when needed most during exams. The worst foods are all the processed, soft drinks, cookies, cakes and junk food are best to be avoided. They inhibit brain function.

Breakfast is the most important food of the day. It is important children should never skip breakfast since it has proved that it causes lack of concentration in studies, weak memory, and stunted physical growth. This meal is very important since it meet the needs of the nourishment after the 10 -12 hours of gap. An ideal breakfast must provide at least 30 to 40% of total calorie requirement of a person. Skipping breakfast is very harmful to the body. Eat a sustaining breakfast such as whole meal toast, whole grain cereal porridge like oats, wheat flakes, broken wheat, milk or yoghurt or eat stuffed vegetable or panner chapattis with curd or sandwiches with egg or sprouts or idli, sambhar for a very healthy and whole some diet. Including some fresh fruits or fruit juices are also very healthy.

Exercise: Non strenuous exercise is another essential during exam time. Gentle walking, swimming, jogging, cycling and jumping support memory function and help to de-stress students. Be sure to take out time for some fun everyday. Having a good laugh is a great way to de-stress and have fun. Have a set hour of leisure time everyday to have fun. Do not use this time to watch TV or read other books/magazines. Avoid any activity which strains the eyes - as your eyes too need rest. Go out and play, take a walk, go meet a friend in the neighbourhood, do some yoga, meditation or anything you like is best.

Drink Enough Water: The best liquid to drink before and during an exam is water. Water is essential as a body lubricant for various organs. Mucus that lubricates the digestive tract and the respiratory tract saliva, which makes it possible for us to, swallow the food, all contain water as an important component. So don't forget the elixir of life water during these exam days. Often fatigue and mild headaches is a sign that you are becoming dehydrated. If you don't consume enough water, your output of energy will drop. Carry a water bottle with you, and drink periodically throughout the day. Water speeds up brain function. Too little water slows it down and dehydrates the brain. When the brain dehydrates, it releases cortisol, a hormone that shrinks dendrites, the tree-like branches in the brain that store information and create memory. Cortisol also triggers the release of adrenalin, responsible for the body's fight-or-flight syndrome.

Reading Over Night: If you plan to stay awake through out the night. Eat a light meal at night. Avoid oily or fried snacks as these will only make you sleepy. If you are taking coffee through out the night then eat something light along with it for example a biscuit or rusk. More Tips.

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