Eat the Six Foods that Stop Stress

By Hklbrries

..."Comfort foods - those high-carb, high-calorie treats - release brain-soothing chemicals that may well help to soothe you in the short term. But they add pounds (talk about a stressor!) and don't protect you from the physical assault ongoing tension can cause. For that, you need a dietary plan to fight the body-wide inflammation stress creates, which, left unchecked, can lead to cardiovascular disease and other ills, says Dr. Lee. Her list of stress-curbing foods: vegetables, fruits, fish, whole grains, and heart-healthy fats - like those in nuts and olive oil. And don't forget to treat yourself to a little dark chocolate. Not only does it boost mood in the short term, but the high level of antioxidants can provide ongoing protection. It's also important to eat less red meat, full-fat dairy and other high-saturated fat foods, and processed items."...

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