Powering Your Brain During Exam Time: Energy Boosting Smoothie
Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)
Go nuts for this smoothie during your exams! From increasing mental clarity and memory power to reducing insomnia, this smoothie power-packed with the benefits of nuts and seeds can be super beneficial for you.
In a mixer-blender, combine all the ingredients including nuts, dates, and figs.
Blend it to reach a smoothie-like consistency.
Garnish with pumpkin seeds and serve.
Power tips and variations
You can also use A2 milk, as per suitability.
You may opt to use chia seeds, sunflower Seeds, and coconut flakes as add-ons.
Notes
Nuts contain high amounts of Vitamin E, zinc, folate, iron, and protein which help in improving cognitive function in children. They act as fuel to the brain of a child and help in improving memory and secrete serotonin, thus reducing stress.
Dates are rich in choline and potassium which allow a good amount of oxygen to reach the brain, thereby enhancing neural activity.