Dietitians reveal five great foods and drinks for stress relief — orange juice, leafy greens, tuna, pumpkin seeds and salmon. Sugar and caffeine should be avoided. With holidays looming and a presidential election nigh, autumn could be a season of stress for many.
Experts say the food we consume can lessen the effects of stress by nourishing our bodies with vitamins and minerals.
Researchers have long emphasized the importance of the gut-brain connection — the idea that the gut and brain constantly communicate through an intricate network of nerves and chemical signals.
Dr. Daniel Amen , a brain-imaging researcher in California, says in a TikTok video posted last week , “You have to feed your gut … healthy foods, fiber, colorful fruits and vegetables, and healthy protein in order for your gut to support your brain.”
This week, dietitians shared with HuffPost five dietary staples for stress relief — orange juice, leafy greens, tuna, pumpkin seeds and salmon. Orange juice
A husband found out his doting wife had swapped spit along with other bodily fluids with his brother prior to their 20-year marriage. Man in suit holding a can of Diet Coca-Cola in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Orange juice is known for being rich in antioxidants and micronutrients such as vitamin C and potassium. Orange juice is known for being rich in antioxidants and micronutrients such as vitamin C and potassium. Rise and shine — a glass of OJ gets an enthusiastic thumbs-up from experts for how it can keep oxidative stress in check.
A 2022 study found that drinking 100% orange juice with no added sugar can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in healthy adults and those at high risk of developing chronic diseases.
Nutrient-rich, one glass of orange juice contains the entire recommended daily intake of vitamin C for most adults. Leafy greens
Leafy greens like kale and spinach are great for the brain. Rich in folate and antioxidants, as well as vitamins K, C, A and calcium, leafy greens like kale and spinach are a boon for the brain.These greens contain tryptophan, an amino acid essential to the formation of serotonin, […]
Dietitians reveal the best — and worst — foods and drinks for stress relief
