05/02/2026
🎓 Student Life = Busy Brains, Big Demands 🧠✨
Let’s talk nutrition for student health & wellbeing.
Between classes, assignments, part-time work, and social life, it’s easy for nutrition to slip to the bottom of the list. But what you eat directly affects your energy, focus, mood, sleep, and stress levels — all crucial for learning and mental wellbeing.
As a dietitian, I see this often:
☕ Skipped meals → afternoon crashes
🍜 Convenience foods → poor concentration
😴 Irregular eating → low mood & burnout
💡 Simple nutrition habits that support students:
✔ Eat every 2-2.5 hours to keep energy and focus steady
✔ Include protein at meals & snacks for concentration
✔ Don’t fear carbs - they are the ONLY fuel for your brain.
✔ Hydration matters more than you think (hello headaches!)
✔ Regular meals = better sleep, mood & resilience
✨ Nutrition isn’t about perfection — it’s about fuelling your brain, supporting your mental health, and helping you feel more like yourself during demanding study periods.
If you’re a student feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode — support is available. Small changes can make a big difference.
💬 Your wellbeing matters just as much as your grades. Call 0435 177 741 to book an appointment.
— Julie Marsh, Accredited Practising Dietitian 🥗💚
