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It is rightly said, "You are what you eat." Eating on the extremes, throws both your body and moods off balance.
Foods that Lift your Mood–
Water
Banana
Spinach
Whole Grain Foods
Fish & Poultry
Nuts & Dry Fruits

Avoid excessive sugar, caffeine and alcohol, which add to the burden of your stress.

1 teaspoon of sugar has been found to lower your immunity by 50% for 5 hours.

B-Vitamins may be effectively used to increase energy and lower stress.


You should never drink tea or coffee with meals. Tannins (anti-nutritional substance) in tea and coffee prevent absorption of certain nutrients. A cup of tea with a meal will halve the iron you get from it, whereas a glass of orange juice will double it.
Balanced Diet – For A Healthy Living
Quality: Aim towards including all food groups in your daily diet to make it nutritionally adequate.
Opt for healthy cooking methods like steaming, baking over deep-frying.
Water should be taken in adequate amount & other beverages need to be taken in moderation.
Nutrient requirement differ for different stages of life.
Regularity: Avoid skipping meals.
Ensure 3-4 meals per day.
Quantity: Decide your total intake based on the nature of your work + physical activity.

Relaxes your Brain Cells - Serotonin, a neurotransmitter is present naturally in foods like bananas, dates etc. Protein rich foods like milk, fish, and eggs contain tryptophan (amino acid) which convert to serotonin.

Natures Pain Relievers- Endorphins are neurochemicals in the brain, linked to feelings of well-being. They are prevalent in some carbohydrate-rich foods like cereals, fruits, and vegetables.

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