You can convince yourself that a big bowl of noodles, or a meatlovers pizza is the superfood to get you through the next 4 hours of study, but you’re not fooling anyone. Snacks and small meals are the best way to get through a study sessions. Let us give you some food tips that will accelerate your learning and retention so you can stop staring at a computer screen. Specifically, we’ll give you the 7 foods to improve brain function.

These seven foods will help memory, improve your focus, and increase your retention. Best of all they taste great!

1. Dark Chocolate. For those of you who swear by chocolate, yes it actually does help you study more effectively. Dark chocolate contains epicatechin, that helps boost concentration! 
2. Nuts. Walnuts, pistachios, almonds, brazils and pecans have high levels of Vit E, B6, Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, and antioxidants, that are proven to improve overall brain function. Consuming nuts also produces high levels of satisfaction, meaning you won’t want to eat too soon afterwards. 
3. Fish. The kings here are Salmon and Tuna (other cold water fish too). Full of Omega-3 fatty acids to boost energy, enhance learning ability, improve problem-solving skills and jolt memory power and enhance the bonds between brain cells. Tuna sandwiches, Salmon Sushi, or a some Norwegian Salmon with brown rice before a big study sess!
4. Berries and Kiwi. Blueberries are proven to improve motor skill and learning capacity, whilst strawberries contain fisetin, a flavonoid that improves memory recall. Kiwi fruit did you know is a great source of Omega-3!
5. Apples. Nothing’s easier than grabbing an apple on the way out the door. Apples are known to boost concentration and memory, thanks to their levels of quercetin. Munch with nuts to ensure your always satisfied.
6. Water. Really important for rehydration if you’re a coffee addict. Dehydration can cause concentration to drop by as much as 13%, and affect your short term memory by as much as 7%. Dehydration can also cause headaches, so drink up if you’re feeling the pinch!
7. Ginseng. Grab a teabag on the way out the door, and remember where the hot water dispenser is around uni. Ginseng is gold, it helps memory retention and overall brain function. 

Give your body and brain the tools it needs to perform at its’ ultimate, and you’ll keep going for longer.