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Superfoods That Squash
Stress
Life has a way of getting the best of us some days. Whether it’s working too many hours, shuffling your kids
all over town for their activities, taking care of your household, or dealing with personal or family matters,
stress can take its toll on you physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. There are simple steps you can
take to combat stress, starting with the foods you eat.
Here are some superfoods that fill you with the energy and nutrition your body needs to keep stress in check.
A small fist of almonds is great when it comes
to arming yourself against stress. They are rich
in magnesium, zinc, as well as vitamins B2,
C, and E and unsaturated fats, all which are
notable warriors against free radicals, which
have been shown to cause stress and high blood
pressure.
Asparagus, which is high
in folic acid, can help
level out your moods.
Folic acid and vitamin
B are key players in
producing serotonin, a
chemical that gets you
into a good mood.
Though we may hear
negative things regarding
red meat, it’s a wise
dinner option. Beef ’s high
levels of iron, zinc and B
vitamins not only help get
you into a good mood, but
help you stay there as well.
Select small portions of
lean cuts for the healthiest
options.
A chock full of calcium, protein,
antioxidants, and vitamins B2 and
B12 present in milk helps strengthen
bones and promotes healthy cell
regeneration. Paired with a healthy
whole-grain cereal choice in the
morning, low-fat milk is a great way
to start your day and arm yourself to
battle with the stressors that await you.
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