TEverything suggests that people with anxiety have more inflammation in their brains. So understanding which foods contribute to chronic inflammation and avoiding them can go a long way toward calming an anxious mind, explains Uma Naidoo, a psychiatrist, chef, nutritionist and author, in the British edition of Women’s Health.
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Eight Foods That Can Calm Anxiety:
- blueberry“They contain one of the highest concentrations of anthocyanins, a powerful antioxidant that contributes to brain health by fighting oxidative stress, which reduces anxiety.”
- Most green leafy vegetables“It is rich in prebiotic fiber that nourishes and helps maintain an abundance of healthy bacteria in the gut, which has been linked to reduced inflammation and stress.”
- dark chocolateIt’s a way to boost “magnesium levels in your body, and calm stress and anxiety,” explains Dr. Daryl Giuffre.
- OystersThey contain minerals like zinc that can “help relieve stress.”
- Fish rich in omega 3“It’s an incredibly powerful tool for reducing inflammation in the gut and brain.”
- avocadoIt contains a lot of “soothing minerals and B vitamins that reduce tension in the muscles and body”;
- turmeric“It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which reduce anxiety by raising our neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, a hormone that reduces stress and helps regulate mood and even sleep.”
- asparagusThey are rich in potassium, folate, fiber, and vitamins A, C, E, and K. They are known to reduce anxiety.
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