9 foods that lower stress levels
Reach for these foods the next time you're stressed out.
Reach for these nine foods the next time you're feeling stressed, sick or just on the breaking point, according to Marie Claire magazine.
Reach for these nine foods the next time you're feeling stressed, sick or just on the breaking point, according to Marie Claire magazine.
Green Vegetables
Dark green vegetables like kale and broccoli are packed with vitamins that help replenish our bodies when we're stressed out.
Oranges
According to a German study in Psychopharmacology, the Vitamin C found in oranges helps reduce stress and brings blood pressure and cortisol levels back to normal.
Salmon
Diets high in omega-3 fatty acids from foods like salmon keep the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline from peaking, according to a study from Diabetes & Metabolism.
Spinach
One cup of spinach provides 40 percent of your daily magnesium needs. Not getting enough magnesium can cause fatigue and migraine headaches.
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes can satisfy your craving for carbs and something sweet when feeling stressed out. They're also packed with vitamins and are a good source of fiber, which helps your body process those carbs.
Turkey
The now infamous amino acid L-tryptophan really does make you feel relaxed, or even tired, after you eat turkey. It also boosts your mood via seratonin.
Almonds, Pistachios and Walnuts
Almonds are loaded with B and E vitamins, which help boost your immune system, while walnuts and pistachios help lower your blood pressure.
Avocados
The monounsaturated fats and potassium in avocados help lower blood pressure.
Dried Apricots
Apricots are a good source of magnesium, a stress reducer and a natural muscle relaxant.
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