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Impact of Good Health on Academic Performance

Ruhina Ahmed — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:56:53 +0000

As a student, have you ever considered the value of good health in your life? People with good health are positive in their outlook. They can work for longer hours without feeling tired. So, we can say a healthy mind is the asset of a healthy body.

Now, you must imagine yourself as an overburdened student with lectures, assignments, quizzes, exams, etc. Could such a student have a healthy and stress-free life? Of course, it is possible, but certain things are essential for good health. Students must understand and realize the importance of mind, body, and soul to function at maximum capacity. The optimized synchronization of these three essentials can carry their academic performances and achievements to the mark. Good health enables students to complete all their assignments and projects efficiently and effectively. The reason is that their physical and mental state are optimal.

Besides these, there are several advantages why students should be actively and positively interested in their health care:

Memory retention – Good physical health also means good mental health. A healthy mind has increased learning capacity. Excellent retention and recalling ability help students think and perform faster. In other words, if a student is in good health, his memory will be good, and his mind will be sharp.

More focus, less distraction, and better performance– A healthy brain functions clearly and efficiently without being distracted easily. Good health helps students maintain their focus on their studies. Students with higher energy are better learners. They concentrate on their tasks well and have a distinguished academic success rate.

Positive approach – People in good health always take their life more positively. Studies show that students in good health are less complaining than other students. They enjoy challenging tasks and look forward to them

Self-motivation – According to the latest research study, all students with self-motivation and willingness to learn new skills already enjoy good physical and mental well-being.

To lead a healthy lifestyle, students must not ignore the importance of nutrition. Eating healthy meals has been directly linked to increased academic performance, better memory, and faster information processing. Eating a diet full of nutrition, such as fish, vegetables, fruit, and dairy products, will help you to improve your health. However, it is seen that students enjoy consuming confectionery goods, chocolates, and other junk food. This results in excessive weight gain and paves the way for harmful diseases. Research shows that as nations develop economically, diets often consist of more processed, inexpensive, and convenient foods, associated with increasing childhood obesity rates across developing nations.

Also, students must pay more attention to maintaining a sleep pattern. Doctors highly recommend that students get 6-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep daily to give the best output in studies and daily routines. As a result, they will have better memory and concentration in their studies. It is also recommended that students should avoid using the internet, cell phones, and tablets and play video games for at least an hour before they sleep to relax their minds.

Do not forget that your body is just like an engine, and it asks for proper care to avoid any potential harm. Regular exercise, running, or jogging helps students perform better, especially during exams. Also, physical activities keep the body and mind active, alert, and healthier. Participation in extracurricular physical activities has been associated with higher grades, lower drop-out rates, and fewer disciplinary problems among students. Physical fitness can be an important protective factor in developing resilience skills for school-aged students.

Nevertheless, there are also some activities which are not so good for students’ health. Many students enjoy eating out and partying, while others like smoking. However, students should be careful and avoid participating in activities that can disturb their academic performance.

Finally, healthy and successful students significantly build strong communities and successful careers. So, one must focus on their health and overall well-being by making these changes in their lifestyle.

Common Errors

Ruhina Ahmed — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 06:10:58 +0000

When completing academic papers, the rules of writing are essential to ensure a high grade, regardless of how great your ideas are. Common errors that students frequently make can bring research papers down, making the student lose confidence in their ability, feel disheartened, and feel frustrated. Use this guide to help ensure that your work is not losing marks for simple mistakes.

#1 – Spelling. While most students rely on spell check, simple typing errors can create issues. Sentences can have a different meaning due to the absence of a letter in a word. While the word is still spelled correctly, it differs from what the writer means. Another common issue is an English UK vs. English American spelling. Check which language your program is set to avoid commonly misspelled words. Finally, make sure to check the spelling and meaning of words. For example, they are and there. Knowing which words to use can help erase simple mistakes in your writing.

#2- Using the same word or phrase repeatedly. This is very common when someone lacks the knowledge of the words or phrases needed to express their feelings. Unfortunately, this is very common when someone is writing in their second language. A thesaurus can help, providing suggestions for other words, but remember that not all word ideas may have the same meaning. Asking others to proofread your work can also help to improve your grade.

#3 – Planning. Students sometimes are so eager to get an assignment started that they do not plan out their work. As a result, the introduction may be too long, the argument is poorly constructed, and the conclusion is missing. Time planning an article is never wasted time. It lets you structure your arguments logically, include accurate resources, and demonstrate your academic ability.

#4 – Stick to your word limit. There is a reason why an organization has given you a word limit. Going over the word count is not a way to show the reader all your knowledge to get a higher grade. Planning, organization, in-depth analysis, clearly demonstrating your view, and referencing can help show your academic ability. But this must be limited, showing your ability to be concise and reach the point.

#5 – Issues with referencing. All articles must reference other academic sources by citing the results of other academic writers. This will help you to strengthen your argument. However, several referencing styles exist. MLA, APA, Chicago, and Harvard are all different ways to reference, so ensure that you reference the way your school requires. Follow guides online to help if needed.

Comma Usage: An Essential Guide

Ruhina Ahmed — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 06:50:05 +0000

The comma is one of the most commonly seen punctuation marks in English. Some teachers describe it as a period with a little tail, which certainly looks like one, but it also has a very different set of usage rules. In today’s article, we will show you the most important ways to use commas and hopefully help you improve your writing quality. We’ll do this by showing the main functions of commas and then including examples:

Function 1: Breaking up sentence clauses

A comma is needed when you have finished the introductory clause or sentence or are about to start a new one with a conjunction (and, but, so, for, etc.). The comma is the best tool to show where each sentence clause is.

Example 1 – Introductory – When Tommy finished his homework, he yawned and rubbed his eyes

Example 2 – Conjunction – You can stay here and finish your homework or help your father and me with grocery shopping.

Function 2: Creating a series/list

When listing a series of people, objects, places, or ideas in a sentence, the writer should use commas to separate each item; when a list/series is three or more, commas are required.

Example 1: At the market, I bought a blouse, some bananas, a blue vase, and a new baseball cap for my son.

Example 2: She is my loving sister, my responsible babysitter, my closest confidante, and my best friend.

Function 3: To show appositives

An appositive is a phrase used to help identify a less-known or unclear noun, such as a person’s name that you do not know or the name of an organization or anything else. It helps ensure that all readers know precisely what or to whom you are referring. They can occur before or after the sentence’s subject and are separated by commas.

Example 1: Founder and CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, is known for his intense love and interest in all things Chinese.

Example 2: Peter Randell, a celebrated local history teacher at Queen Elizabeth School, has decided to retire at the end of this school year.

Function 4: Indicating a personal address or direct quotation

When we are writing dialogue, and someone addresses another person, a comma shows they are addressing that person. In addition, we use commas to set off a direct quotation (but not an indirect quotation).

Example 1 – Address – I think you are right, Stephen.

Example 2 – Direct Quotation – Stephen replied, “Thank you for believing me.”

Example 3 – Indirect Quotation – Stephen said he was thankful that we believed him (*no comma for indirect quotations)

There are, of course, many more uses of the comma, but we hope our initial guide helps learners in these commonly seen scenarios. Learn the conventions and stay consistent, and the quality and readability of your writing are sure to rise with you.

Author: Thomas Longrigg