The Alternative Daily advises us in a recent article of foods that may help those who suffer from anxiety. There are 9 common foods they recommend that can help those who suffer by helping to alleviate those symptoms. Coconut oil is the first, and it contains healthy fats which help the brain. Snacking on walnuts also has the same effect, with omega-3’s. Incorporating some dark chocolate into your diet helps release neurotransmitters in your brain, and these are mood boosters! Eating salmon, specifically wild caught, also adds the omega-3 benefit, as well as being a heart healthy food. Chickpeas has tryptophan, so eating things like hummus can elevate your mood. Avocados contain folate which help keep your sugar levels balanced. Greek yogurt contains probiotics which are good for your gut, and good gut health can help alleviate the symptoms as well. Chia seeds, like walnuts, have the good omega-3 fats and b6 vitamins. And last, green tea, which contains theanine, which encourages relaxation. Incorporating any or all of these items just might have the positive effect you are looking for, they suggest. What also might help is to avoid caffeine, artificial sweeteners, processed foods, and more.
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