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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025's fourth episode included a number of significant subjects, such as wellness and nutrition. Author And Nutrition And Wellness Expert Rujuta Diwekar emphasised the value of including specific foods into students' diets to help them relax during tests. She emphasised the importance of eating habits in lowering stress levels and increasing students' awareness and concentration when they study for tests.

At Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025, Rujuta Diwekar shared a list of foods that can help students manage stress effectively. Proper nutrition is essential as it plays a vital role in maintaining focus, reducing unnecessary anxiety, and improving overall brain function.

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 (Image Credit: Rujuta Diwekar/ Instagram)

Moreover, traditional home-cooked foods such as nuts, fruits, homemade ghee, and dairy products like paneer provide essential nutrients that naturally boost energy levels and calm the mind.

Rujuta Diwekar further emphasised, "Just as we have different subjects in school, we should have variety in our diet. There are a few food items that are great destressers—peanuts, bananas, and rice. These three must be included in the diet."

Here’s How These Foods Help In De-Stressing?

  1. Peanuts: Peanuts help in lowering stress levels naturally, whereas energy drinks can increase stress levels rapidly.
  2. Bananas: She recommended eating bananas regularly as they are rich in fiber and prebiotics, which help maintain overall wellness.
  3. Rice: She also mentioned that rice should be consumed in any form—whether with fried vegetables or as fried rice—because it provides essential nutrients to keep the body energized and the mind calm.

By including these foods in their daily diet, students can manage exam stress more effectively while enhancing their focus and concentration.