Are you stressed all the time? Here are the best stress-combatant foods you have to eat now.
- Oatmeal with cinnamon and honey. The triple power of this trio will immediately release serotonin, your feel-good hormone, ease frustration, and boost your immunity.
- Almonds covered in dark chocolate. Dark chocolate is known to reduce the level of stress and to also lower blood pressure. Almonds on the other hand contain monounsaturated fat and protein that boost your energy and rev up cognitive function.
- Homemade Kale Chips. This needs Kale, olive oil, and a dash of salt. Olive oil boosts serotonin while kale increases carotenoids inside the body, making the person more optimistic.>
- Smoothies. Blend Java with soymilk, unsweetened cocoa butter, and banana.
- A bowl of nuts and seeds. Cashews, almonds, pistachios, walnuts and a pack of pumpkin seeds for a load of fiber. These combined are rich in antioxidants and unsaturated fatty acids to lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety, elevate mood, and reduce rates of depression.
- Sweet potatoes. Very rich in fiber and carotene but very low on the Glycemic Index.
- Yogurt with berries. Greek yogurt releases feel-good neurotransmitters. Berries are immuno-boosters with vitamin C.
- Vegetable Curry. Capsaicin releases endorphins and curry defends the brain from the effects of stress.
- Green Tea. The L-theanine found in tea will leave you feeling cool even under pressure.
- Carrots and Guacamole. Avocado is a super food that’s rich in monounsaturated fats that reduce the risk of high blood pressure. It also prepares the brain to release serotonin better. Carrots is rich in carotene.
- Wine. Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids.
