(ANSA) - ROME, JUN 15 - From the abuse of coffee to binges of salads and peanuts, from the overdose of chocolate to super spiced pastas, these are some of the mistakes at the table that increase anxiety and insomnia and cause students to lose concentration and serenity under stress in sight of the diploma exam.
This is what Coldiretti affirms, who has drawn up the list of foods "promoted and rejected" in the diet for maturity 2021 still under the threat of Covid.
Better to focus, therefore, on fruit anddura, light meals and foods that contain relaxing substances that help to stay lucid in these days, as well as looking for the right rest intervals with small light meals that prevent sleep collapses.
To face the final rush, both fasting and excesses are not recommended, especially with heavy foods or with exciting substances, curry, pepper, paprika, cooking cube or too much salt.
Green light to foods that help you relax due to the presence of an amino acid, tryptophan, which promotes the synthesis of serotonin, the neuromediator of well-being and the brain neurotransmitter that stimulates relaxation. Well, therefore, the consumption of foods with simple sugars such as sweet seasonal fruit, but also legumes, boiled eggs, meat, fish, fresh cheeses, bread, pasta or rice. We also recommend a glass of warm milk before going to bed which, in addition to decreasing gastric acidity which can interrupt sleep, brings into circulation elements that promote a good sleep due to substances capable of attenuating insomnia and nervousness.
Finally, never give up a good sweet of encouragement rich in simple carbohydrates that has a positive anti-stress action, as well as infusions and herbal teas sweetened with honey that create an atmosphere of relaxation and pleasure. (HANDLE).