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This Is What You Should Really Eat When You’re Stressed Out

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This Is What You Should Really Eat When You’re Stressed Out

10 Foods That Can Help Reduce Stress

August 27, 2019
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Stress and anxiety are, unfortunately, a daily occurrence for a lot of people. In fact, the World Health Organisation recently classified “burn out” as an “occupational phenomenon”, “a syndrome conceptualised as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed”.

But keeping an eye on what you’re nibbling on can go a long way towards calming your anxiety. That doesn’t mean diving straight for a tub of triple choc ice-cream, though; think healthy fats, plenty of vitamins and even a spoonful of yoghurt.

Here are the top foods to eat when you’re feeling stressed out:

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Tuna & Avocado Salad To Serve

 

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This Is What You Should Really Eat When You're Stressed Out
1. Avocado
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Avo-cuddle with an avocado! The world’s favourite fruit is packed with B vitamins, which can help to relieve stress by promoting healthy nerves and brain cells. And, as a bonus, the monounsaturated fats and potassium can help lower blood pressure. Turkey and avocado sandwich anyone?

Recipe to try: Tuna And Avocado Salad (watch the video above to follow the recipe step-by-step!)

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2. Beef
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How does a indulging in a meal of beef steak help you reduce stress, you ask? It’s all about the zinc! Foods rich in zinc have been linked to lowered anxiety; think oysters, cashews, liver, egg yolks and beef. Try these yummy beef recipes for starters!

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3. Blueberries
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The humble blueberry is doing more for your health than you think, especially when it comes to your mood. Blueberries are packed with vitamin C, which is known to lower blood pressure and cortisol, a stress hormone. Munch on the fresh stuff, or incorporate them into your cooking.

Recipe to try: Coconut And Blueberry Cheesecake

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4. Almonds
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A handy source of vitamins B2 and E, almonds can help to boost your immune system when you’re under stress. Throw a handful into your next beef and ginger stir-fry for some added crunch.

READ MORE: The Best Nuts To Eat For Weight Loss

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5. Salmon
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Seriously, is there anything this fatty fish can’t do? Salmon is packed with omega-3 fats which can boost your metabolism while doing great things for healthy brain, heart and joint function. And recent studies show that it helps to reduce anxiety, too; try a salmon steak or a smoked salmon sandwich for a deliciously calming meal.

Go here for more delish salmon recipes!

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6. Spinach
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Leafy greens like spinach, kale and Swiss chard are high in magnesium, which can help you feel calmer; a dish like scrambled eggs with spinach and salmon is the perfect start to the day. Other great sources of magnesium? Nuts, seeds and whole grains. Here are 10 of the best spinach recipes to try.

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7. Turkey
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You know how you always feel a bit sleepy after your Christmas dinner? That’s all down to tryptophan, an amino acid in your favourite festive bird. Tryptophan gets your brain to release serotonin, the body’s feel-good chemical which, in turn, promotes calmness and even tiredness. Try this turkey stir-fry recipe that’s sure to satisfy the whole family.

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8. Yoghurt
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Recent studies have also shown a link between probiotics and a lowering of social anxiety. So load up on foods like pickles and sauerkraut, as well as generous servings of healthy yoghurt. Check out some creative ways to amp up your meals with yoghurt!

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9. Green Tea
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Sip a cup of antioxidant-rich green tea to calm your nerves after a hectic day at work. Green tea contains the amino acid L-theanine, which is known to enhance your mood by stimulating the production of alpha waves in the brain, leading to stress reduction and a relaxed mind.

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10. Bananas
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This superfruit is not only nutrient-packed, but it also acts as a stress buster. Jam packed with potassium, vitamins and nutrients to regulate your heart functions and soothe your digestive system, you will unwind nicely after snacking on one. Got a bunch turning too ripe? Here are some clever ways to use overripe bananas so you don’t waste any!

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11. Sweet Potatoes
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Incorporating more sweet potatoes in your diet can be a great way to combat stress and this is due to the fact that the vegetable is magnesium rich. An essential mineral for normal body functioning, magnesium can help reduce body wide inflammation and also helps to level out the body’s stress response system.

Recipe to try: Crumbed Fish with Sweet Potato Chips

12. Dark Chocolate
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Research shows that dark chocolate may help reduce the levels of stress hormones your body produces. It also releases serotonin, a mood-improving chemical also known as the “happy chemical”. It’s okay to indulge in a small piece now and then! Alternatively, make this dark chocolate dessert and share them around with friends and colleagues.

 

13. Vitamin Boosters
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Stressed out by a busy lifestyle that does not allow you to eat proper meals all the time? Supplementing your diet with mutivitamins can help fill in the nutritional gaps. Swisse Ultivite multivitamins feature formulations specially created using the combination of natural herbs and ingredients with scientific ingredients – and the comprehensive range has formulations to cater to specific age group, gender and needs. READ MORE about Swisse Ultivite multivitamins here.

READ MORE:
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Text: The Australian Women’s Weekly/BauerSyndication.com.au, Sean Tan, Elizabeth Liew

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