The goal of every college student is to get the degree, but so many students struggle to study. Do you ever spend nights in the library unable to focus? Or unable to retain what you’re reading? Spending countless hours in the library and leaving feeling like you’ve learned as much as when you first walked in the doors can be frustrating and un-motivating.

The answer to this problem is simple: It’s the food you’re eating; if you’re not eating to fuel the brain, you’ll always struggle to increase concentration and memory while studying. Many studies have shown that lack of specific foods, such as fruits or vegetables highly correlate with how a student performs in the classroom. Those who are healthy and eat healthy, are generally better learners.

Here are some of the top foods to fuel your brain and the benefits they include:

1.  Apples – An apple a day can keep the doctor away, but an apple a day can also help aid in memory.
2.  Bananas – Are full of potassium which help keep your brain sharp, and can help boost your concentration.
3.  Avocados – Enhance blood flow to the brain, which is an essential to living. And can also aid in keeping you full for longer.
4. Nuts – Contains Vitamin E, which can allow you to retain information longer and better.
5.  Blueberries – Contains Gallic Acid, a powerful antioxidant, which  helps protect our brains from degeneration and stress.
6.  Broccoli – Contains Choline to help keep the memory in excellent condition.
7.  Coffee – Increases alertness, improved mood, and sharp concentration.
8.  Water – The most important of them all. Dehydration can cause fatigue.

Before you spend a long night in the library, think ahead and eat some foods to fuel your brain. And of course, bring some snacks for when you get the late night munchies.