Poor nutrition and unhealthy eating habits can increase a student’s stress level, according to the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
Foods that can increase
stress levels in students include those
that are high in fat, caffeine, sugar and refined carbohydrates, which is the case with many types of convenience, processed and fast foods. Examples of stress-inducing foods are sodas, energy drinks, donuts, candy bars, processed snack foods, white bread, and French fries.