Often, during times of stress, hands are drawn to tasty treats. This, of course, improves the emotional state. However, there are extra pounds. How to “seize” stress with maximum benefit, says Oleg Medvedev, MD:
In times of stress, preference should be given to: fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Fermented milk products without added sugar and fermented foods (such as sauerkraut) are also helpful.
Stress provokes an inflammatory process in the body. Antioxidants, which are most found in berries, help curb it. The brighter their color, the more antioxidants they contain.
Vitamin D also helps in normalizing stress, which fills the body not only due to the sun’s rays, but also when eating eggs and fish.
Magnesium is called the “calming mineral”. It will always help to get rid of a bad mood. Its main sources are nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grains.
Although alcohol is considered an assistant in the fight against stress, in reality it does not help at all in this matter. In addition, alcoholic beverages significantly reduce immunity – this is a scientific fact.
Not only healthy food helps to normalize the emotional state, but also the process of cooking. If you cook together with people dear to your heart, then this can bring a lot of positive.
