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17:32, 14.03.2023

Many people are familiar with the concept of 'stress eating' from first-hand experience. It makes you feel better during a difficult period, but it can have a negative impact on your health.



Of course, there is no product that will completely eliminate stress, but it is possible to snack on healthier foods. The experts of the "Take Care" project told us how to "eat" stress.

All of the above foods can have a positive impact on our nervous system.

Sunflower seeds

A good source of vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, selenium, zinc, B vitamins and copper.

Eggs

Eggs contain many nutrients: vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants that are essential for a healthy response to stress. Particularly valuable in their composition is vitamin B4. It's responsible for overall brain health and has been shown to protect against stress.

By-products

Liver, hearts, kidneys and other animal organs that we eat fall under this category. They are a rich source of B vitamins (especially B12, B6, riboflavin (B2) and folic acid (B9), which are essential for stress control).

Oily fish

Oily fish include salmon, mackerel, sardines, trout and herring. They are rich in unsaturated omega-3 fatty acids, which have an impact on cognitive function and promote mental health.

However, it is recommended that you eat no more than 2-3 portions of fish a week. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of mood disorders and increased anxiety.

Garlic

Garlic contains many sulphur compounds that help boost glutathione levels. This antioxidant is the body's first line of defence against stress. Studies prove that it reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Parsley

It is packed with carotenoids, flavonoids and phytoncides. These are antioxidants, compounds that neutralise free radicals (unstable molecules) and protect our cells from oxidative stress.

Broccoli

Broccoli is rich in sulforaphane, a sulforaphane compound that has neuroprotective properties and may have a calming and anti-depressant effect.

Also, a diet rich in vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower may reduce the risk of developing certain cancers, heart disease and mental disorders, particularly depression.

Sesame tahini paste

Tahini is an excellent source of the amino acid L-tryptophan. It participates in the synthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin, which improves mood.

Chamomile

Chamomile tea is said to have a calming effect. The extract of this plant helps you get a restful sleep and reduces the symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Blueberries

These berries contain many flavonoid antioxidants that have powerful anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties. They can help reduce stress-related inflammation and protect against damage to cells in the nervous system. Furthermore, eating flavonoid-rich foods can protect against depression and boost mood.

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Evgenia Ruban

Eugenia Ruban writes about political and economic news. She looks at large-scale phenomena in Ukrainian politics and economics from the perspective of how they will affect ordinary Ukrainians.