Best Foods for Stress
We live in a fast-paced world where stress and anxiety come from every direction. Relationships, money, health, work and family.
Stress can sap the body and cause many issues other than the obvious anger and irritability. Stress has been known to cause headaches, nervousness, fatigue and stomach discomfort.
The best prescription always starts with a proper dose of exercise and sleep supported by a healthy diet.
Salmon
Salmon contains nutrients that promote brain health, including vitamin D and the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Chamomile
Chamomile is high in antioxidants, which might have calming effects.
Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate contains flavonols, which are antioxidants that may benefit brain function. They do this by improving blood flow to the brain and promoting its ability to adapt to stressful situations. These effects may allow you to adjust better to the stressful situations that can lead to anxiety and other mood disorders.
Yogurt
Probiotics found in some yogurts may improve several aspects of your mental health and well-being.
Green Tea
Studies have found that Green Tea which contains the amino acid L-Theanine may have positive effects on brain health and anxiety function.
