Monday 17th January is supposed to be the most depressing day of the year - well it's not going to get me down! Eating well can significantly improve your mood and boost your energy levels!
Having WHOLEGRAIN CEREAL OR FRUIT FOR BREAKFAST can improve short term memory and concentration for the rest of the day. These foods also regulate blood sugar levels by releasing glucose slowly into the blood stream. This prevents the mid morning munchies - as does EATING LITTLE & OFTEN. Aim to eat 3 meals & 3 healthy snacks throughout the day.
Try to eat OILY FISH such as salmon, mackerel or sardines - they contain omega 3 fatty acids which research has found improves mood.
Other foods that can boost your mood are GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES (especially spinach) which are high in the B vitamin folic acid.
Also go for BRAZIL NUTS AND EGGS to raise your intake of selenium - studies have shown more depression, irritability & anxiety in people with low selenium levels.
Even a little DARK CHOCOLATE can help as it contains chemicals that help trigger the release of endorphins in the brain, leading to that 'feel good' factor - but don't overdo it!!
Don't eat processed, packaged, high sugar, high fat content foods if you want to feel good!
Love yourself today & for the rest of the week!
Happy Eating,
Bev
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