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Feeling Down Or Moody? Eat These Top Happy Foods To Be Happier

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Feeling Down Or Moody? Eat These Top Happy Foods To Be Happier

It’s the International Day of Happiness on March 20 and we are celebrating by doing something which makes us happy – eating and indulging in happy foods!

March 20, 2019

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It’s the International Day of Happiness today (March 20) and we are celebrating by doing something which makes us happy – eating and indulging in our favourite foods! We all know eating is an activity that makes many people happy, but did you know that there are many foods which are scientifically proven to really improve your mood and happiness level? Click through the gallery below to find out what they are!

Visit www.dayofhappiness.net to learn more about the International Day of Happiness initiative.

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Feeling Down Or Moody? Eat These Top Happy Foods To Be Happier
1. Garlic
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Garlic contains the mineral chromium, which is known to regulate serotonin levels. Serotonin has been scientifically proven to produce a calmer and happirer mind and also reduce pain.

 

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Ready in minutes, whipping up this delicious spiced garlic beef stir-fry is really easy with this simple recipe.

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2. Bananas
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The happy food which can give you a burst of energy daily thanks to it potassium-rich content, this fruit also contains tryptophan that is a chemical known to regulate moods.

TRY: Banana And Bread Pudding
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This Banana And bread Pudding uses wholemeal bread that helps improve blood sugar levels.

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3. Carrots
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Not only do they contain high amounts of vitamin C, but carrots are also packed with beta-carotene, an antioxidant known to help protect the brain from damage.

TRY: Carrot and Lentil Soup With Coriander Pesto
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Packed full of nutrients, this hearty and comforting vegan soup can help you slim and trim your tummy thanks to all the wholesome ingredients in it.

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4. Salmon
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Salmon, including any other fatty fish, contains important vitamins and minerals to keep us happy. Most important among them is omega-3 fatty acids which are known to have anti-depressive effects.

TRY: Nordic Raw Salmon Salad
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If you enjoy raw salmon, you’ll love this refreshing salad which is easy and quick to make. It’s also packed with a good dose of nutrients from the greens and vitamins from apples. Recipe by Norwegian chef and restaurateur Chef Geir Skeie.

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5. Watermelon
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Not just a cheery summer fruit, the watermelon is a great hydrator for the body and also contains lycopene to raise overall levels of happiness and contentment.

TRY: Waterless Soup
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This amazing waterless soup is specially created by Chef Leong Chee Yeng, Chinese Executive Chef of Jade Restaurant, The Fullerton Hotel, as a tribute to Singapore.

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6. Spinach
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The vegetable most favoured by cartoon character Popeye is a great fibre source and also contains folic acid which is known to help alleviate depression and fatigue.

TRY: Spinach And Cheese Cannelloni
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Who says spinach is not yummy? Try making this spinach and cheese cannelloni for a delicious baked comfort meal and relish in its mix of flavours.

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7. Mushrooms
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Research has shown that a lack of vitamin D is known to cause low mood or a depressive state, so try eating more mushrooms as they are packed with vitamin D. Recent research has also shown that mushrooms might help prevent or slow the onset of Alzheimer’s or memory loss.

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TRY: Quinoa Risotto With Chorizo & Mixed Mushrooms
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Quinoa is still trending as one of the top superfoods, and this quinoa risotto dish is great for giving your body a boost of nutrients while helping your diet. There’s also lots of mood-boosting mushrooms in here to keep you happy!

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8. Dark Chocolate
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The treat most known to induce feelings of love and happiness (that’s why we give chocs to our loved ones!), chocolates, especially the dark variety, stimulates the production of endorphins to create pleasure in our brains.

TRY: Date, Almond And Chocolate Torte
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A delicious treat to bake for special occasions or just to enjoy anytime, this torte is made of melted dark chocolates to give a mood-boosting jolt to your senses.

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