Thursday, October 3, 2013

Stress Foods

Depression has been linked to low folate levels. Asparagus, darling, asparagus! #StressFoods
Depression has been linked to low folate levels. Asparagus, darling, asparagus! #StressFoods
Avocados are a good source of beta-carotene, vitamin E and the ever-important folate, which acts as a mood stabilizer.
Avocados are a good source of beta-carotene, vitamin E and the ever-important folate, which acts as a mood stabilizer. #StressFoods
The potassium in milk helps relieve muscle tension and cramps
The potassium in milk helps relieve muscle tension and cramps. #StressFoods
Low-fat cottage cheese+flax seeds+blueberries= a steady supply of energy and serotonin.
Low-fat cottage cheese+flax seeds+blueberries= a steady supply of energy and serotonin. #StressFoods
Berries are an excellent source of antioxidants and vitamin C, which can keep our cortisol levels in check.
Berries are an excellent source of antioxidants and vitamin C, which can keep our cortisol levels in check. #StressFoods
The act of sipping any hot beverage can be very soothing. Chamomile tea has is its own wonderful stress-relieving benefits.
The act of sipping any hot beverage can be very soothing. Chamomile tea has is its own wonderful stress-relieving benefits. #StressFoods
Dark chocolate can lower your blood pressure.
Dark chocolate can lower your blood pressure. #StressFoods
Crunching walnuts (or any nuts, really) can help relieve feelings of aggression.
Crunching walnuts (or any nuts, really) can help relieve feelings of aggression. #StressFoods
Vitamin C in oranges is great for warding off stress—it keeps free-radical build-up at bay.
Vitamin C in oranges is great for warding off stress—it keeps free-radical build-up at bay. #StressFoods
The complex carbs in oatmeal boost serotonin.
The complex carbs in oatmeal boost serotonin. #StressFoods

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