15/04/2021
Foods that reduce anxiety and stress
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Fatty fish ⇨ contains omega-3 fatty acid which is important for good mental health. Fishes like sardines, salmon, trout, etc are good for brain function. These fatty fishes also help to reduce inflammation.
Eggs ⇨ Lack of vitamin D is responsible for depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. Egg yolks are rich in vitamin D which helps to improve mental health and reduce anxiety.
A neurotransmitter called Serotonin is important for our mood, behavior, sleep, brain function. Eggs help to create serotonin and help to reduce anxiety greatly.
Pumpkin seeds ⇨ Potassium and zinc-rich foods can help to reduce anxiety. For the development of the brain and nerve, zinc is an essential element. Bananas and pumpkin seeds are full of zinc and potassium.
Dark chocolate ⇨ This is good to improve mood and reduce anxiety. 70 % or more chocolate is preferable. This helps to reduce anxiety and stress. These are rich in flavonoids which decrease neuroinflammation and increase blood flow in the brain.
Turmeric ⇨ Contains curcumin that helps to reduce anxiety. This also helps to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
Yogurt ⇨ This can help to decrease stress and anxiety by utilizing natural gut bacteria.
Green tea ⇨ This has a refreshing effect. This contains theanine, increases serotonin and dopamine which reduces stress.
Zinc-containing foods ⇨ Foods like oysters, beef, liver, cashews, egg yolk help to reduce anxiety.
Magnesium-containing foods ⇨ Spinach, leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grain, legumes, etc also help to reduce stress and anxiety.
