Foods That Reduce Stress

Are you feeling stressed out lately? If so, you are probably thinking of what you can do to get rid of stress aside from throwing yourself in bed and hiding under the sheets. Stress management is an important tool for wellness. This is because being overly stressed out can affect your mental, emotional and physical state. There are a lot of things that you can do to fight stress such as proper exercise and a healthy lifestyle. You can also eat foods that can help you be in a good mood and calm your mind. Here are some of the foods that you can eat to lower your stress levels.

Asparagus - 

This vegetable is rich in folic acid that can help soothe your mood. Whenever you are stressed your body produces hormones that negatively alters your mood. Eating foods rich in folic acid and B vitamins helps in the production of serotonin in the body. Serotonin is a brain chemical that calms the brain and tones down stress.
 Beef - 

A lot of people stay away from eating beef. But beef is a good source of B vitamin, zinc and iron which can also help calm your mood.
 Bread - 

Foods rich in Carbohydrates stimulate more serotonin production. In addition to bread, whole-grain wheat cereals, pasta and oatmeal can give you a steady supply of this wonderful brain calming chemical.
 Milk - 

A glass of milk is rich in antioxidants, protein, calcium and vitamins B2 and B12. Drinking milk in the morning and before going to bed will not only make you healthy but it also keeps the stress away.
 Pomegranate juice - 

According to recent studies, pomegranate lowers heart rate and helps reduce stress levels. This fruit is rich in iron, antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E. In addition to pomegranate, blueberries, apples, raspberries, bananas and strawberries can also make you feel better.
 Tulsi tea - 

Tulsi is a wonderful herb that originated from India and other parts of Asia. It is widely used for it antioxidants and adaptogenic functions. It promotes mental clarity and general health. Furthermore, it also helps enhance respiratory functions, increase metabolism and maintain good blood sugar levels.
 Almonds - 

Crunching on some almonds can help you munch away the stress. They give you a nutty source of magnesium, Zinc and Vitamin B2 and E. Vitamin E is also known to remove the free radicals that cause heart disease.
 Tuna - 

A tasty meal of tuna gives you a plate full of vitamins B6 and B12 which are effective stress fighting vitamins. It is also a good source of low-fat protein.
 Spinach - 

Popeye's favorite power food provides a good source of magnesium. Lack of magnesium intake may trigger fatigue, headaches and higher stress levels.
Sunflower seeds - 

These seeds are rich in Vitamin E and folate which can also help induce a positive mood.
   - via 
Labels: