Science has been able to prove that some foods do make you happier. According to recent focus studies, some products have been associated with improving your mood.
If our diet contributes to our well-being, some foods have nutrients that directly affect our mental state. Here is our list of the best 5 foods to eat when feeling down.
Berries
Certain flavors in berries have a chemical similarity to valproic acid, which is a prescription mood-stabilizing drug, according to research conducted by Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies. Moreover, flavonoid anthocyanidin found in berries also reduces inflammation, which has been associated with increased rates of depression.
Salmon
We are all aware that salmon is actually known for its healthy properties. While most people love eating salmon as part of their body diet, now it’s possible adding it to our mental health diet. It is chock full of omega-3 fatty acids, which can improve mood and fight depression.
Apples
We all have heard this saying before ” An apple a day, keeps the doctor away.” This fruit should be indispensable in our daily lives. However, what many people don’t know, is that if you consume more than an apple a day, you will suddenly feel slightly happier. You can even resort to apples as a late-night snack, since they are perfectly healthy and good for your body, too.
Avocado
This fruit are high on tyrosine, an amino acid that causes the secretion of dopamine and noradrelin. Two hormones considered as neurotransmitters regulating mood and libido. Avocado is also a good source of vitamin B (beneficial for the nervous system), potassium, calcium and magnesium (help fight against stress) and fiber.
Eggs
In addition to being an important source of protein, eggs are found to make you happier. Just like chocolate, Eggs are high in choline, which helps boost memory, according to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. However, choline is mostly found in the yolk, so be careful of your regular consumption of the egg white.
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