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Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Mostly music and station promos, but the standout segment was a practical exam-season guide for matric and university students, covering nutrition for the brain and study timing.
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The Class of 2026 exams start, and students face six weeks of writing, sometimes two papers a day, so preparation matters.
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The brain needs energy, and its preferred fuel is carbohydrates. Complex carbohydrates, which are higher in fibre, are the better choice for students studying.
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Dr Linda Mayer, managing director at IIE Rosebank College, advises planning study time and not cramming, suggesting Pomodoro sessions of 25 minutes with a five-minute break, or 50 with 10.