Foods That are Instant Mood Lifters

by Vini M. Food Blogger

The constant pressure of work at home made leaving for office a demanding task. It felt excruciating to wake-up every morning and beginning with the day. The monotony of daily routine on some days exhausted me to such an extent that I immersed myself into fantasies to take a break. Nonetheless, it didn’t change anything but only delayed my schedule. I never understood how the colleagues of mine were so vibrant and full of energy, as if they had an abundant amount of it. I often thought that I needed some inner motivation and willpower to feel energized until one of my friends gave me a sneak peek into the instant mood lifters! Yes, I am talking of food.

Eating wrong, surviving on unhealthy snacks my body wasn’t receiving enough nourishment. It quickly drained the energy reserves in me.

Luckily, I found some of the foods that can keep you up the entire day.

1. Salmon - The fish isn’t just a delicious meal but a sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Consuming 86 grams of wild salmon twice a week will induce the feel good vibes in you according to the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Not only this salmon also reduces the risk of heart related problems up to 90% as per the Danish studies conducted on women between 15 to 49 years.

2. Vitamins B - Vitamin B12 is linked to mental health. As per the studies in Finland the patient suffering depression with a high level of B12 fought the symptoms earlier than those with lower level. The researchers also found Vitamin B improved memory. If you forget where you kept your belongings frequently then consume some animal products as they are rich in Vitamin B. If you are a vegan, take supplements. It is recommended to not take 2.4 micro-grams.

3. St. John’s Wort - The yellow flowering plant can ease mild depression as per the scientific studies. Before you consume tis supplement talk to a doctor. It might counteract with the medicines which you are already taking.

4. Yogurt - A cup of yogurt fulfill 1/4th the daily tryptophan amino acid your body needs. The acid converts to serotonin a neurotransmitter that regulate sleep and mood. Our body can’t produce this amino acid, you must consume yogurt on daily basis. A probiotic food, it give relieve in bowel disease and also adds B12 to your diet.

5. Kale - The king of greens, kale is a storehouse of minerals, and vitamins. The plant is a source of vitamins A and K, potassium and calcium. The also adds folic acid and magnesium which freshen your mood. The vegetables from the brassica family are found to reduce the chances of colon cancer.

6. Cocoa - Cocoa has a positive affect on your memory, attentiveness and contentedness. If you want to boost cognitive functioning, add some dark chocolate to your diet. A chocolate milkshake is the ideal way to start your mornings or eat cookies dipped in dark chocolate!

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