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Hi everyone, I was hoping to start a discussion where we can post ideas about possible snacks during the 15 minute break. I myself tried with raw almonds and dried prunes on my first actual LSAT try... I was feeling great, mentally and physically, no hunger, not full either, but my score was low. Of course, this is just a simple correlation (maybe there was no relationship and a third factor, not being prepared enough, which influenced my score) but nonetheless I would like to know what are some good options people have tried in the past. Thank you very much and I look forward to this discussion :)
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@danielmoshesieradzki129 said:
@tristandesinor505 said:
@danielmoshesieradzki129 said:
Just don't put raisins in that trail mix. I ate that during a PT. Never again.
Same! Anything sweet .. especially dried fruit.. gives me a short energy burst then a huge crash :(
Ah, for me it was the fiber not the sweetness. But carbs, healthy protein, and some sugar is what I'm going to do. PB&J sounds good and easy to go down. Also, I tend to drink more water during the break then before the exam due to the large amount of time you can't use the restroom before the test and for that first half. PB and water is good.
I have no idea what I'm going to eat lol. I'm just focused on getting through CC first. Does fiber make people crash in general? When I did my first PT I brought a snack of turkey slices, grape tomatoes and a string cheese to the library. It was perfect. So I guess I'll try that when the day comes.
@danielmoshesieradzki129 not joking.
http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/eat-smart-healthier-brain#1
@ianmatthewharris949 said:
i'm going with a can of sardines...
I think I actually really like this. Lots of good fats and protein. None of the guilt.
@ianmatthewharris949 said:
i'm going with a can of sardines...
joking or for real?
i'm going with a can of sardines...
@gregoryalexanderdevine723 said:
one of those mini 8 ounces of Gatorade, and a Protein Bar. I might not even eat anything because I tend to just have no appetite when being under stress.
I didn't touch my snack during the digital. Drank about half of my water (16 oz I think) and just sat there making mental notes of all the stupid things the other kids said while waiting :lol:
one of those mini 8 ounces of Gatorade, and a Protein Bar. I might not even eat anything because I tend to just have no appetite when being under stress.
@tristandesinor505 said:
@danielmoshesieradzki129 said:
Just don't put raisins in that trail mix. I ate that during a PT. Never again.
Same! Anything sweet .. especially dried fruit.. gives me a short energy burst then a huge crash :(
Ah, for me it was the fiber not the sweetness. But carbs, healthy protein, and some sugar is what I'm going to do. PB&J sounds good and easy to go down. Also, I tend to drink more water during the break then before the exam due to the large amount of time you can't use the restroom before the test and for that first half. PB and water is good.
Starbucks Bistro Protein
box for the win. Plus a few pieces of dark chocolate almonds and water with Starbucks refreher mix. Hits all of the protein/carb/fats mix. And a B-12.
A PB&J sandwich, specifically the Uncrustable brand. It'll give you a good amount of protein, sugar, and carbohydrates! NBA players use it to boost their mental strength and energy:)
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4340438/Why-NBA-athletes-rely-PB-J-sandwiches-boost-energy.html
quest protein bars are the shit, highly recommend
@danielmoshesieradzki129 said:
I second the Perfect Bar nomination. That was my snack. It is very tasty and nutrious. The only problem is that it is a little dry, so drink something with it.
I made the mistake of taking a big bite out of the Perfect Bar (without drinking anything) right before going back into the testing center. I almost choked and died. This would have been terrible because I only had two scored sections up to that point, which means I would have only gotten like a 145! I ended up with a dry mouth and a 171, but I still think about what a difference a sip of water would have made. Please remember, drink (water) responsibly!
There may be a positive correlation between Perfect Bar and 170+....I feel like I need to get one of those...(lol)
@jhaldy10325 said:
Green tea is very low in caffeine. It's the theanine you really want. Like caffeine, it boosts metabolism and cognition, but whereas caffeine increases anxiety, theanine actually reduces it by raising dopamine levels.
For me, both matcha and coffee have a pretty strong diuretic effect, so I only drink water during 15 minute break.
@danielmoshesieradzki129 said:
Just don't put raisins in that trail mix. I ate that during a PT. Never again.
Same! Anything sweet .. especially dried fruit.. gives me a short energy burst then a huge crash :(
During the Digital LSAT I had a chocolate chip Cliff bar and chugged a bottle of Honest peach iced tea. Think I'm sticking with that for the real thing.
^^^^^
Pretty much this! Drinking matcha during the 15 min break will help reduce anxiety and will aid focus thanks to its rich properties.
Green tea is very low in caffeine. It's the theanine you really want. Like caffeine, it boosts metabolism and cognition, but whereas caffeine increases anxiety, theanine actually reduces it by raising dopamine levels.
@stepharizona288 said:
Surprised no one else said anything about matcha. I can't rave about it enough. Perfectly sweet and it supposedly helps with one's mood and aids in concentration. I put whole milk and lavender in mine. Besides that, I just had a Cliff bar and half a banana.
I believe @jhaldy10325 said matcha is a necessary addition to his 15 minute break snack! How do you find the caffeine content in it? Does it not interfere with your focus? Does it make it better or not? @stepharizona288
Surprised no one else said anything about matcha. I can't rave about it enough. Perfectly sweet and it supposedly helps with one's mood and aids in concentration. I put whole milk and lavender in mine. Besides that, I just had a Cliff bar and half a banana.
i'm going with one of those 'naked' bars which have around 3 ingredients (dates and a variation of nuts). these are quite small so good for the people who aren't that hungry during the break, and the dates give me a burst of energy to keep going.
I second the Perfect Bar nomination. That was my snack. It is very tasty and nutrious. The only problem is that it is a little dry, so drink something with it.
I made the mistake of taking a big bite out of the Perfect Bar (without drinking anything) right before going back into the testing center. I almost choked and died. This would have been terrible because I only had two scored sections up to that point, which means I would have only gotten like a 145! I ended up with a dry mouth and a 171, but I still think about what a difference a sip of water would have made. Please remember, drink (water) responsibly!
@stepharizona288 said:
@stepharizona288 said:
@stepharizona288 said:
@zbpohlman247 said:
I like to eat a honey crisp apple for a tasty, natural way of getting some sugar in me for the second half of the test!
okay that just sounds delicious! I love how they name these apples. In terms of taste I like red delicious apple.
@stepharizona288 and @zbpohlman247 wouldn't the delicious honey crisp apple contradict @jhaldy10325's advice:
@jhaldy10325 said:
I'd stay away from anything with a whole lot of insoluble fiber.
...meaning the skin of the apple
True. Maybe I should peel my apples?
@stepharizona288 Hmm interesting point. Maybe I'll go with @stepharizona288 's idea and peel an apple morning of and throw some lemon juice on it to keep it fresh.
@stepharizona288 said:
@stepharizona288 said:
@zbpohlman247 said:
I like to eat a honey crisp apple for a tasty, natural way of getting some sugar in me for the second half of the test!
okay that just sounds delicious! I love how they name these apples. In terms of taste I like red delicious apple.
@stepharizona288 and @zbpohlman247 wouldn't the delicious honey crisp apple contradict @jhaldy10325's advice:
@jhaldy10325 said:
I'd stay away from anything with a whole lot of insoluble fiber.
...meaning the skin of the apple
True. Maybe I should peel my apples?
@stepharizona288 said:
@zbpohlman247 said:
I like to eat a honey crisp apple for a tasty, natural way of getting some sugar in me for the second half of the test!
okay that just sounds delicious! I love how they name these apples. In terms of taste I like red delicious apple.
@stepharizona288 and @zbpohlman247 wouldn't the delicious honey crisp apple contradict @jhaldy10325's advice:
@jhaldy10325 said:
I'd stay away from anything with a whole lot of insoluble fiber.
...meaning the skin of the apple
@zbpohlman247 said:
I like to eat a honey crisp apple for a tasty, natural way of getting some sugar in me for the second half of the test!
okay that just sounds delicious! I love how they name these apples. In terms of taste I like red delicious apple.
I like to eat a honey crisp apple for a tasty, natural way of getting some sugar in me for the second half of the test!