Low-stress Diet Tips
Did you know that the foods you eat can affect your overall stress? When left unchecked, chronic stress can increase your risk for conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression and anxiety. To make matters worse, when you’re stressed, you may eat poorly, which can lead to a damaging cycle.
Consume a magnesium-rich diet or take a supplement, if needed. Additionally, here are some healthy, low-stress food options to consider:
- Potassium-rich foods
- Foods rich in vitamin C
- Leafy-green vegetables
- Whole-grain carbohydrates
- Fatty fish including salmon and tuna
- Nuts such as pistachios, walnuts and almonds
If you’re thirsty, reach for water or milk instead of caffeinated drinks. A warm cup of chamomile tea can also get those feel-good hormones flowing.
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