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9 Foods That Reduce Stress by aloyemeka2: 10:12pm On Feb 02, 2010 |
[size=14pt]9 foods that reduce stress[/size] ANNA OKON, annaokon1@yahoo.com Reach for these items next time you're feeling under pressure, under the weather, or just too close to that breaking point. Munching on these stress-free foods will help pull you back into the game of life. [img]http://odili.net/news/source/2010/jan/30/punch/images/pix200702110285454[1].jpg[/img] juice Oranges A German study in psychopharmacology found that vitamin C helps reduce stress and return blood pressure and cortisol to normal levels after a stressful situation. Vitamin C is also well known for boosting your immune system. 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. They are packed full of beta-carotene and other vitamins, and the fiber helps your body to process the carbohydrates in a slow and steady manner Dried apricots Apricots are rich in magnesium, which is a stress-buster and a natural muscle relaxant as well Almonds, pistachios and 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 called L-tryptophan. This amino acid triggers the release of serotonin, which is a feel-good brain chemical. This is the reason why many people who eat turkey feel relaxed, or even tired, after eating it. L-tryptophan has a documented calming effect Spinach A deficiency in magnesium can cause migraine headaches and a feeling of fatigue. One cup of spinach provides 40 per cent of your daily needs for magnesium. Salmon Diets high in omega-3 fatty acids protect against heart disease. A study from Diabetes & Metabolism found that omega-3s keep the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline from peaking. Avocados The monounsaturated fats and potassium in avocados help lower blood pressure. 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. Source: Nestle nutrition. http://odili.net/news/source/2010/jan/30/821.html |
Re: 9 Foods That Reduce Stress by Fhemmmy: 3:34am On Feb 03, 2010 |
POundo yam and okra ogbono, cos you will just sleep. |
Re: 9 Foods That Reduce Stress by aloyemeka2: 10:15pm On Feb 03, 2010 |
Not when you are a truck pusher. |
Re: 9 Foods That Reduce Stress by sulad82i(m): 7:45am On Feb 04, 2010 |
this is interesting |
Re: 9 Foods That Reduce Stress by aloyemeka2: 5:12am On Feb 06, 2010 |
Does beer help reduce or increase stress? |
Re: 9 Foods That Reduce Stress by Paulpenny(m): 10:34pm On Jul 08, 2016 |
Nice and informative |
Re: 9 Foods That Reduce Stress by aydelicious: 11:44pm On Jul 08, 2016 |
hmm, |
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