Research suggests that healthy food improves academic performance. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that eating a healthy diet and being physically active not only can improve the health of students but also improve their academic achievement.

Foods high in sugar, refined carbs, unhealthy fats and processed foods can contribute to impaired memory and learning.

Science shows that eating healthy is better but why do we eat unhealthy? Simply because we want to! If you’re unsure on which foods are bad for you here are a few foods to stay away from if you’re looking to get all A’s this Summer semester.

Sugary drinks. Added sugar is one of the worst ingredients in the modern diet. …
Most pizzas. Pizza is one of the world’s most popular junk foods. …
White bread. …
Most fruit juices. … Suprisingly
Sweetened breakfast cereals. …
Fried, grilled, or broiled food. …
Pastries, cookies, and cakes. …
French fries and potato chips.

And the list goes on.