Quick Brain Food Snacks On the Go

             As a college student in the month of December, I have been very busy during exam week and have not had much time to cook. When you only have minutes to spare, sometimes our meals dwindle in quality and we find ourselves eating junk food. This can easily be avoided by turning to quick and easy recipes from the Food Network. So whether you are studying for exams or have a busy work schedule and need some extra energy, there is always time to cook some satisfying food that will give you energy to get you through your day.

            People tend to turn to sugar and junk foods when they are busy and low on energy and focus. This is a bad idea because later it makes us crash, leaving us lethargic and cranky. Instead you should turn to foods that are high in vitamins, minerals, fiber, OMEGA-3’s, complex carbohydrates and protein. Some examples are fruits, vegetables, whole grain breads, nuts and fish. Proteins aid in tissue repair and are needed in all organs of the body, including the brain. The best proteins are “complete proteins" which are found in eggs, fish, meats, poultry and soybeans.

Here are some quick and easy recipes that will you have you performing at your best! 

Oven Poached Salmon a la Paige with Dill, Vidalia Onion and Cucumber Relish

Cook time: 15 minutes

Fruit Salad with Honey Dressing

Prep time: 15 minutes

Granola Bars

 Cook time: 30 minutes

Slow-Cooked Scrambled Eggs with Goat Cheese

Cook time: 5 minutes

Other brain foods include cacao beans, matcha, coffee, acai berries and blueberries.