Tip of the Post:
Learn how to conserve your meal plan early instead of at the last minute like me. For example:
Did you know that your brain consumes about 20% of your energy on a day-to-day basis? It’s a fact – I looked it up. Given that, it only makes sense to take great care of your brain during exam season and make sure it has plenty of energy at its service (after all, I’m sure studying hard consumes even more calories).
I was reading some nutrition advice in Vanier awhile ago and it told me to make sure I eat slow-burning carbohydrates (like whole grains) and a large portion of protein (preferably from lighter foods – not red meat) to fuel my studies. It also mentioned staying hydrated. At the same time, I was feeling frustrated over the quick consumption of the extra $300.00 I recently placed on my meal card.
I decided that I would try to assemble my own entré from odds and ends in the caf. If you’re low on money and need a filling, healthy, and delcious meal to sate you for an exam, try this:
Steps: buy the following ingredients (or your own variation). Assemble them sandwich style:
- 1 bagel (whole wheat or whole grain is best)
- 1 cream cheese (herb ‘n garlic is tasty, and you get more for your money)
- 1 scoop scrambled eggs (Stone Hearth) or 1 fried egg (Cedar Grill)
- 2 strips bacon (Stone Hearth)
- A few: spinach leaves, cucumber slices, red pepper slices
I like to spread mustard on the side of the bagel touching the veggies. However, I’m mustard-obsessed. Yes, I know that’s weird. Also, I add salt and pepper to the eggs. Avocado slices (yes, you have to slice it yourself) also taste great but it’s hard to eat one alone and they’re a bit pricey in the caf.
Total price: $3.00 – $4.50
It’s incredibly filling – don’t knock it till you’ve tried it. Plus, you get way more food/taste/nutrition from one of these breakfast sandwiches than any of the ones offered for a similar price at the Stone Hearth.
As for staying hyrdated, grab a glass of water. It’s free!
Some assembly required. Happy sandwiching!
Love,
Lindsay
ps. On the website where I found that brain fact, it told me they preserved Einstein’s brain for research. Isn’t that gross?
pps. Incidentally, it was found that both his brain and cerebrum were smaller than the average male’s but the density of neurons in his brain was much higher. Hunh.