Boost your concentration with ... ice cream????

 Does ice cream make you smarter (comparative adjective)? 

 A university in Japan conducted research on whether or not ice cream for breakfast improves brain 

 function.  We're not sure if it's true -- the glucose (sugar) may just give you a mental boost, 

 positive thoughts, or added energy. Regardless, it's worth a try, so have ice cream for breakfast! 

 

 Research also shows that chewing gums helps wake up your brain. It increases your heart rate, blood

 pressure, and cerebral (brain) blood flow.  

 

 Peppermint and Rosemary also can have a positive effect on your memory. 

If you would like to bring gum to chew during testing, you may -- with a parent's permission. I will also have peppermints for you, if you'd like.