Foods that improve emotional health

Studies have shown that there is a connection between the food we consume and our emotional health. Nearly every vitamin deficiency can lead to several unpleasant psychological symptoms.

One of the most critical deficiencies is vitamin B deficiency, which can cause agitation, anxiety , irritability and mental lethargy. If the deficiency is left untreated, it can further lead to depression and even dementia.

Vitamin B can be found in a variety of foods, such as raw banana, chicken breast, ready-to-eat cereal, instant oatmeal, lean cooked roast beef.

Vitamin C deficiency can cause tiredness, irritability and even depression. Steamed broccoli, boiled cauliflower, strawberries, fresh orange, lemon and grapefruit juice and slices of red, bell peppers, are excellent food sources of Vitamin C.

What to avoid

There are foods that have negative effects on our emotional health, so we should avoid consuming regularly large amounts of them. Some of the most important ones are the following:

Red meat

Red meat contains large amounts of neurotransmitters, which are created by the fear and pain of the dying animal so it is considered to be highly toxic. It is wise to be consumed with moderation, or even better, replaced with white meat.

Pre-packaged salami

Pre-packaged salami contains lots of nitrates as well as several other preservatives which can cause mood swings, from irritability and melancholy to depression. Replace it with fresh, lean ham.

Packaged fruit snacks

These are not actually fruit snacks, but products full of sugar and chemical agents which are doomed to bring you down within an hour.

Not drinking enough water

Not drinking enough water leaves you dehydrated which leads to lack of energy and eventually to blue moods. Drinking at least 8 glasses of water on a daily basis will help you remain active and energetic throughout the day.

Useful tips

There are some foods you can eat in order to boost your energy levels and help you feel positive during the day, such as:

Eating almonds

Almonds are rich in vitamin B, magnesium and zinc, and even though they are also rich in fat, that particular kind of fat is unsaturated for the most part. Try crunching out a handful of almonds every time you want to get some of your aggression out.

Eating blueberries

Blueberries are high in antioxidants and in fibers while low in calories at the same time. The most important thing is that they are also rich in vitamin C, which is well known for its anti stress benefits.

Eating tuna

Tuna, besides being a low- fat protein source, is also high in vitamin B, which like vitamin C, is well known for its anti stress benefits.

Cottage cheese and fruits

Cottage cheese and fruits is an ideal snack. Cottage cheese is rich in protein without much sugar, and as a result there is no risk of blood sugar rising suddenly, leading to the increase of the appetite and agitation. Fruits on the other hand are rich in vitamin C, and its anti stress benefits. The combination of the two is perfect.

Make it a habit to follow those basic steps on a daily basis. Before you know it, they will become a part of your life.

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