Foods That Make You Smarter!

Foods That Make You Smarter!

1. Oatmeal with Berries: bowl of oatmeal topped with 1-2 teaspoons sugar, fresh berries, and a glass of skim milk.
2. with Berries: bowl of oatmeal topped with 1-2 teaspoons sugar, fresh berries, and a glass of skim milk.
3. Egg Sandwich: 1-2 scrambled eggs between 2 slices of whole wheat toast; enjoy with a sliced orange.
4. Breakfast Burrito: whole wheat tortilla stuffed with a scrambled egg, shredded low-fat cheese, ½ cup black beans and optional salsa
5. Waffles with Peanut Butter and Bananas: whole-grain waffles, toasted and topped with peanut butter and banana slices.

Pre-Exam Lunch Ideas

1. Turkey/cheese sandwich on whole wheat bread with baby carrots and an apple
2. Cold pasta salad tossed with light canned tuna, vegetables and low-cal dressing.
3. Leftover dinner; chicken stir-fry with rice
4. Bowl of hearty lentil or black bean soup with whole grain crackers

After-school Homework Helpers

• Low-fat popcorn
• Grapes (chilled or frozen)
• Apple slices with peanut butter
• Soy crisps
• Healthy dry cereal (Puffins, Mighty Bites, Heart to Heart, Multi-Grain Cheerios)
• Baby carrots
• Pepper sticks (red, green, and yellow)
• Cherry and grape tomatoes
• String cheese
• Edamame (in the pod)
• Raw almonds or cashews

Extra Credit for Overall Brain Health

• Hydrate with plenty of water
• Load up on omega 3 fats (fatty fish, omega 3 fortified eggs, ground flaxseeds, and walnuts)
• Eat foods rich in folic acid (spinach, oranges, broccoli, and fortified breakfast cereals)
• Get plenty of exercise