Say No To Stress In 2024!
Here Is All You Need To Kill Stress
Hmmm! Where do we start from🤔?
I know we all wake up everyday and pray to God to have a stress free day🤷.
However, during the hustle and bustle of daily living, we end up getting stressed😞.
Even though it seems unavoidable, the fact that it weighs down our body system needs to be addressed.
Then How Do We Address This?
There are things to do when you are stressed, though their effectiveness differs.
You can try out;
Yoga
Meditation
Taking a walk
Deep breathing
Getting fresh air
Adequate sleep
Listening to music
Eliminate the stressors
Regular physical activity
Stress relief supplements.
There are also other effective ways to kill your stress, one of which is in “what you eat.”
Now, that brings us to the gist of why we are here.
Did You Know?
When you are stressed, it causes emotional eating, which makes you eat unhealthy foods such as sugary snacks.
Although foods generally help in fueling the body for daily activities, some special foods contain nutrients that positively impact the brain’s scientific make-up which effectively help kill your stress.
You must be wondering what these foods are? Don’t look too far.
Get a seat and pen these lists of foods down, then get them during your next shopping trip. 😉
The Magic Foods
You know most of these foods though you might not be aware they can kill your stress. They include:
Oatmeal 🥣
Magnesium rich food; it brings about a relaxing effect on your nervous system.
Fatty Fish 🐟
Like salmon, tuna, herring and mackerel are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Small But Mighty Blueberries 🫐
Their high vitamin C content enables them to be able to fight stress and keep cortisol within normal range.
Oysters 🦪
World aphrodisiacs; It’s high in zinc content which has a positive impact on mood regulation.
Dark Chocolate 🍫
Sugary stress reliever😋: It is packed with flavonoids which have stress reducing effects, improves your mood, also contains a little amount of caffeine, which helps boost your energy.
Green Leafy Vegetables 🥬
Go green when stressed: vegetables like spinach contain various vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Yogurt🥛
It contains probiotics (good-for-you bacteria) that improve your gut health, which have a close link to stress regulation.
Nuts🥜
Examples include almonds, walnuts and pistachios.
Citrus Fruits 🍎
Citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits and lemons contain high levels of vitamin C.
Eggs 🥚
Eggs contain vitamin B6, B12, choline and amino acids like tryptophan which aids mood regulation.
Green Tea 🍵
Grab your cup of tea !
They contain L-theanine, an amino acid that has calming and relaxing effects on your brain.
Herbal Tea☕️
Herbal teas such as chamomile, lavender and valerian root contain various types of anti-inflammatory compounds, which helps you feel relaxed and promote sleep.
Take a cup of chamomile tea prior to bedtime and be ready for an amazing night rest!
Let’s Wrap It Up Here
Alright, so why not give these foods a try and thank me later. Welcome to the stress-free geng🤩.
This is what I eat too so don't be doubting thomas. Just give it a try!
However, it’s always a good idea to pay attention to how your body reacts to different foods and adjust them into your diet accordingly.
Also, consider other stress management strategies as they all work hand in hand to contribute to your overall well-being.
Lest I forget, let me be the first to wish you a happy new year in advance🎊💃.
It’s nice having y’all as my lovely readers in the year 2023, I really appreciate your time and contributions🥰🙏.
Anticipate more fascinating health posts in the year 2024.
Have a prosperous and stress-free year ahead😉🥰.