Reach for these items next time you’re feeling under pressure, under the weather, or just planning to rid yourself of that stomach fat. Munching on these stress-free foods will help pull you back into the game.
Oranges:- A German study in Psychopharmacology found that vitamin C helps reduce stress and return blood pressure to normal levels after a stressful situation.
Sweet Potatoes:- Sweet potatoes can be particularly stress-reducing because they can satisfy the urge you get for carbohydrates and sweets when you are under a great deal of stress.
Dried Apricots:- Apricots are rich in magnesium, which is a stress-buster and a natural muscle relaxant as well.
Almonds, Pistachios & Walnuts:- Almonds are packed with B and E vitamins, which help boost your immune system, and walnuts and pistachios help lower blood pressure.
Turkey:- Turkey contains an amino acid which triggers the release of serotonin, which is a feel-good brain chemical. This is the reason why many people who eat turkey feel relaxed, after eating it.
Spinach:- A deficiency in magnesium can cause migraine headaches and a feeling of fatigue. One cup of spinach provides 40 percent of your daily needs for magnesium.
Salmon:- Diets high in omega-3 fatty acids protect against heart disease.
Avocados:- The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute says that one of the best ways to lower blood pressure is to consume enough potassium (avocados have more than bananas).
Green Vegetables:- Broccoli, kale, and other dark green vegetables are powerhouses of vitamins that help replenish our bodies in times of stress.
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