Check Out the Foods That can Help You Beat Stress Naturally

Stress and anxiety has got a lot to do with your lifestyle and diet. And most of it could be reversed by just eating well, getting a good sleep.

Stress and anxiety in this urban world has become like that one guest who has overstayed his welcome. Be it the professional commitments or deadlines or our personal equations, stress has invaded our lives much more intimately than ever.

Here are some foods and herbs that you can eat to beat stress naturally.

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‘Huge amounts of stress can bring about a barrage of health consequences like sleeping disorders, depression and anxiety. When it comes to combating stress levels, what you eat might actually have an effect on your tension. ’

Milk: Fortified milk is an excellent source of vitamin D, a nutrient that might boost happiness. There is an association between reduced levels of vitamin D and an increased risk of panic and depression among men and women. So, milk consumption can help reduce depression and anxieties.

Banana: Bananas are rich in vitamin C which is an effective stress fighting nutrient. Bananas also help repair cell damage caused due to stress.

Chocolate: The scientists identified reductions in stress hormones and other stress-related biochemical changes in volunteers who rated themselves as highly stressed and ate dark chocolate for two weeks.

Skin may Regulate Blood Pressure in the Stressful Environment
The skin may play a role in regulating blood pressure and heart rate, the discovery was made by the University of Cambridge and the Karolinska Institute scientists.

Coconut: Coconut contains medium chain fats that improve our mental health and cut down negativity. Did you know, that the scent of the coconut is also known to have a psychological effect that helps reduce anxiety and slows out heart rate.

Avocados: The scientists identified reductions in stress hormones and other stress-related biochemical changes in volunteers who rated themselves as highly stressed and ate dark chocolate for two weeks.

Gut Microbiome May Cause Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Stress and emotions can change the composition of the gut microbiome. Research discovered role of the gut microbiome in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Green leafy vegetables: It's tempting to go for some junk food when stressed, but go green at lunch instead. Green leafy vegetables like spinach contain folate, which produces dopamine, a pleasure-inducing brain chemical, helping you keep calm.

Yogurt: The calcium content of yogurt can help cut down stress effectively. It also has good bacteria that kill anxiety and depression. Have them with your meals or blend it in your smoothies, but don't forget to have yogurt as much as possible.

Chronic Stress Induces Modification of DNA
DNA N6-methyladenine is dynamically regulated in the brain after an exposure to environmental stress.

Bhringaraj: Bhringaraj helps detoxifying the body and energizing your brain by ensuring smooth supply of oxygen to the brain and increasing blood circulation. A cup of Bhringraj tea will relax your mind and body.

Jatamasi: Jatamasi or Spikenard has immense calming properties. The roots of Jatamasi are the primary medicinal parts of the plant that have therapeutic effects on your stressed mind. It helps rid your mind and body of toxins and blockages and further allowing your brain to function properly.

Source-Medindia