[size=42]8 Mood-Boosting Foods To Help You Beat The Winter Blues[/size]
Written by: Tricia Drevets Natural Health January 26, 2015 1 Comment Print This Article
If you are like most people, the shorter daylight hours and dreary weather of winter can sometimes get you down. Less sunlight and fewer opportunities for outdoor exercise can combine to make you feel sluggish. But did you know you can improve the way you feel by eating certain natural foods?
It’s true. In fact, your diet can have a powerful impact on your mood. By eating foods that are high in vitamins B, C and D and rich in magnesium, iron, folate and omega-3 fatty acids, you can increase both your energy levels, and, in many cases, improve your overall mental state. Here is a list of the top foods to eat for their mood-elevating boost.
1. Fish
Eating certain types of fish, such as salmon, sardines, herring and tuna can help reduce feelings of depression. These fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids that improve the function of the cerebral cortex, the part of the brain that processes feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. Omega-3 fatty acids work to increase the brain’s production of serotonin and dopamine, the neurotransmitters directly linked to our moods. In addition, salmon is loaded with vitamin D, which our bodies may be lacking with less exposure to sunlight during the winter.
2. Fresh Fruits
Citrus fruits can be like eating liquid sunshine. The rich amounts of vitamin C in oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes can help fight fatigue and depression. Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron. Since an iron deficiency can contribute to fatigue, eating citrus fruits or drinking fresh juice can have a positive effect on your mood.
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Cherries and dark berries are also great mood enhancers. Loaded with antioxidants, berries are rich in folate (also known as B9 or folic acid), which helps the brain produce serotonin and dopamine. These neurotransmitters help regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle. In simple terms, when you get enough rest, you usually feel better.
3. Leafy green vegetables
Popeye was right about spinach! Leafy green veggies, such as spinach, collard greens, kale and chard, are high in potassium, magnesium and calcium, which help regulate stress hormones and your sleep cycle. Leafy greens are a good source of folate, which can reduce your risk of heart disease and memory loss. Remember: Folate contributes to the body’s production of serotonin, which can help ward off depression.
4. Mushrooms
A Boston University Medical Center study published in Science Daily found that eating a serving ofmushrooms is the equivalent to taking a daily vitamin D supplement. Mushrooms also contain two B vitamins, niacin and riboflavin, which can help you feel better mentally. Please note that all mushrooms are not the same when it comes to their mood-boosting capabilities. Look for mushrooms that have been exposed to sunlight for their natural vitamin D content.
5. Nuts
Many American are low in their consumption of magnesium, and, as a result, can feel fatigued and experience other mood-altering effects, such as muscle tension, an irregular heartbeat, insomnia and restless leg syndrome. Try snacking on nuts or adding them to your salads to get enough of this important mineral. Nuts, such as pecans, walnuts and almonds, also contain the amino acid tryptophan, a neurotransmitter that can improve depression.
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6. Dark chocolate
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Here’s a mood-boosting food that is fun to eat! Dark chocolate stimulates the production of the chemical serotonin, which acts as a natural anti-depressant, and of endorphins, the chemicals in the brain that produce feelings of pleasure. Moderation is the key. A Swiss study found that eating just an ounce of dark chocolate daily for two weeks reduced stress hormone levels in people with high anxiety.
7. Garlic
If you love Italian food, chances are you love garlic. Did you know garlic was good for your mood? When you consume garlic, your body produces more of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, which helps reduce stress. Garlic also relaxes the body’s blood vessels and can reduce blood pressure.
8. Bananas
It’s portable and easy to eat, and it is great for you. It’s the banana. When you eat a banana, you get a healthy combination of potassium; vitamins A, C and B6; fiber; tryptophan; potassium; phosphorous; iron; protein and carbohydrates. Plus, you get a quick energy boost from both the fructose and the fiber.
The great thing about many of these natural energy-boosting foods is that you can keep them handy in your desk drawer or your car for a quick snack when you need it. So ditch the energy drinks and so-called “power” bars and reach for real food for natural mood lightener this winter.[/size]
Written by: Tricia Drevets Natural Health January 26, 2015 1 Comment Print This Article
If you are like most people, the shorter daylight hours and dreary weather of winter can sometimes get you down. Less sunlight and fewer opportunities for outdoor exercise can combine to make you feel sluggish. But did you know you can improve the way you feel by eating certain natural foods?
It’s true. In fact, your diet can have a powerful impact on your mood. By eating foods that are high in vitamins B, C and D and rich in magnesium, iron, folate and omega-3 fatty acids, you can increase both your energy levels, and, in many cases, improve your overall mental state. Here is a list of the top foods to eat for their mood-elevating boost.
1. Fish
Eating certain types of fish, such as salmon, sardines, herring and tuna can help reduce feelings of depression. These fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids that improve the function of the cerebral cortex, the part of the brain that processes feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. Omega-3 fatty acids work to increase the brain’s production of serotonin and dopamine, the neurotransmitters directly linked to our moods. In addition, salmon is loaded with vitamin D, which our bodies may be lacking with less exposure to sunlight during the winter.
2. Fresh Fruits
Citrus fruits can be like eating liquid sunshine. The rich amounts of vitamin C in oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes can help fight fatigue and depression. Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron. Since an iron deficiency can contribute to fatigue, eating citrus fruits or drinking fresh juice can have a positive effect on your mood.
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Cherries and dark berries are also great mood enhancers. Loaded with antioxidants, berries are rich in folate (also known as B9 or folic acid), which helps the brain produce serotonin and dopamine. These neurotransmitters help regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle. In simple terms, when you get enough rest, you usually feel better.
3. Leafy green vegetables
Popeye was right about spinach! Leafy green veggies, such as spinach, collard greens, kale and chard, are high in potassium, magnesium and calcium, which help regulate stress hormones and your sleep cycle. Leafy greens are a good source of folate, which can reduce your risk of heart disease and memory loss. Remember: Folate contributes to the body’s production of serotonin, which can help ward off depression.
4. Mushrooms
A Boston University Medical Center study published in Science Daily found that eating a serving ofmushrooms is the equivalent to taking a daily vitamin D supplement. Mushrooms also contain two B vitamins, niacin and riboflavin, which can help you feel better mentally. Please note that all mushrooms are not the same when it comes to their mood-boosting capabilities. Look for mushrooms that have been exposed to sunlight for their natural vitamin D content.
5. Nuts
Many American are low in their consumption of magnesium, and, as a result, can feel fatigued and experience other mood-altering effects, such as muscle tension, an irregular heartbeat, insomnia and restless leg syndrome. Try snacking on nuts or adding them to your salads to get enough of this important mineral. Nuts, such as pecans, walnuts and almonds, also contain the amino acid tryptophan, a neurotransmitter that can improve depression.
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6. Dark chocolate
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Here’s a mood-boosting food that is fun to eat! Dark chocolate stimulates the production of the chemical serotonin, which acts as a natural anti-depressant, and of endorphins, the chemicals in the brain that produce feelings of pleasure. Moderation is the key. A Swiss study found that eating just an ounce of dark chocolate daily for two weeks reduced stress hormone levels in people with high anxiety.
7. Garlic
If you love Italian food, chances are you love garlic. Did you know garlic was good for your mood? When you consume garlic, your body produces more of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, which helps reduce stress. Garlic also relaxes the body’s blood vessels and can reduce blood pressure.
8. Bananas
It’s portable and easy to eat, and it is great for you. It’s the banana. When you eat a banana, you get a healthy combination of potassium; vitamins A, C and B6; fiber; tryptophan; potassium; phosphorous; iron; protein and carbohydrates. Plus, you get a quick energy boost from both the fructose and the fiber.
The great thing about many of these natural energy-boosting foods is that you can keep them handy in your desk drawer or your car for a quick snack when you need it. So ditch the energy drinks and so-called “power” bars and reach for real food for natural mood lightener this winter.[/size]
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