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7 Delicious Study Snacks To Keep You Healthy And Motivated During Finals Week

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at NYU chapter.

Here’s are the perfect combinations of yummy and healthy to keep you going, energized, and motivated for the rest of your exams! 

 

1. Avocado toast

Believe it or not, your favourite food is definitely healthy. This one’s especially for you health nuts whose gym performances are hindered, thanks to finals week. Avocado actually helps you build muscle and reduces cholesterol levels. So trade that slice of Joe’s pizza for a humble meal of avocado toast instead! Here’s a recipe to help you out.

 

2. Sweet potato fries

If you’re looking for something that bears close resemblance to fast food, trade in those waffle fries for sweet potato fries. Sweet potato is high in vitamins and fiber. For healthiest results, bake these fries in the oven. It’s really extremely simple! Here’s a recipe to help you make nutritious sweet potato fries.

 

3. Apple slices with Peanut Butter

Pretty much a classic. I’m sure most of you have had this delicious snack all throughout elementary school. It’s low in sugar, and high in fiber, providing you with nutrition in every bite! What’s better is that it’s incredibly delicious. For extra healthy benefits try replacing regular peanut butter with natural peanut butter. Here are some informative facts about the nutritional value of apples and peanut butter.

 

4. Veggies with Hummus

You’ve got the crunch and the creamy all in one! Trade in that packet of oily chips for some crunchy carrots and cucumbers instead! Enjoy these refreshing veggies with hummus, and you’ll be sighing in happiness, not frustration. Here are a few creative ways you can enjoy your hummus!

 

5. Oatmeal 

Another classic that you just can’t go wrong with. You don’t even have to start from scratch! Just purchase a few packets of instant oatmeal from your grocery store, and you’re all set for finals week. Easy to make and healthy to eat, you’ll definitely want to stock up on these! Here’s a link to the many, many benefits of oatmeal.

 

 

6. Greek Yogurt 

High in protein and low in sugar, this yummy study snack tastes amazing paired with some crunchy nuts or fruit. If you’re too lazy to purchase all the different ingredients, most grocery stores sell ready-to-eat granola and greek yogurt, guaranteed to keep you satisfied while you hustle to get those revisions done! Here are some quick facts to why you need to go to your local market and purchase some Greek yogurt!

 

7. Coffee

I cheated a little bit by calling this a study snack, but honestly what is a cram sesh without some coffee? They say everything is good in moderation and the same goes for coffee. Stray away from soda and other sugary drinks and choose coffee to eliminate your fatigue instead! If you’re still not sure if coffee is really good for you, here’s a link to ease your doubts.

 

 

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  Nishka Dhawan is an NYU alumnus. She graduated with a double major in Psychology and Journalism and has been a freelance writer and blogger ever since. She's written for CNN Underscored, Mogul, and most recently started working as a tech writer for Digital Trends. When she's not writing you can find her nestling in with a good book while listening to her favorite tunes. Reach out to her at nishka1997@gmail.com to share your controversial opinions and stories.         
Grace is currently a senior at New York University majoring in Journalism and Media Studies. Although born in California and raised in Dallas, Texas, Grace considers Seoul, South Korea to be her home sweet home. At school, Grace serves as the Editor-In-Chief at Her Campus NYU, President at Freedom for North Korea (an issue very personal to her), and Engagement Director of the Coalition of Minority Journalists. She is currently interning at Turner's Strategic Communications team while serving as a PA at CNN. In her free time, Grace loves to sing jazz, run outside, read the news, go on photography excursions, and get to know people around her-- hence, her passion for conducting Her Campus profiles. She can be reached at: gracemoon@hercampus.com