Foods to make happier by Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 12:45
By Gregory Arden
Weve all had a rotten mood. For many people, eating food (such as junk food) can make their health worse; which only worsens their mood.
But what if there was food that was healthy, and could also act as a natural anti-depressant? There are foods that meet those qualifications!Here are the 10 best foods, that will make you happy, and keep you healthy:
By Gregory Arden
Weve all had a rotten mood. For many people, eating food (such as junk food) can make their health worse; which only worsens their mood.
But what if there was food that was healthy, and could also act as a natural anti-depressant? There are foods that meet those qualifications!Here are the 10 best foods, that will make you happy, and keep you healthy:
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 12:47
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Swiss Chard
This little-used vegetable contains a lot of magnesium. Magnesium is a nutrient that is a vital part of the biochemical reactions that increase energy levels in the human body. A study in 2009 in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry discovered that lower magnesium levels were associated with higher depression scores.
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Swiss Chard
This little-used vegetable contains a lot of magnesium. Magnesium is a nutrient that is a vital part of the biochemical reactions that increase energy levels in the human body. A study in 2009 in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry discovered that lower magnesium levels were associated with higher depression scores.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 12:49
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Blue Potatoes
Blue Potatoes arent exactly a commonplace produce to find in a grocery store. However, they have powerful antioxidants known as anthocyanins; anthocyanins provide neuro-protective qualities, like reducing the brain inflammation thatis commonly associated with depression, and boosting short-term memory. Your thyroid gland is maintained, as well, by the iodine found in the peel.
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Blue Potatoes
Blue Potatoes arent exactly a commonplace produce to find in a grocery store. However, they have powerful antioxidants known as anthocyanins; anthocyanins provide neuro-protective qualities, like reducing the brain inflammation thatis commonly associated with depression, and boosting short-term memory. Your thyroid gland is maintained, as well, by the iodine found in the peel.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 12:51
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Mussels
Mussels have moderate to high amounts of Vitamin B12, Selenium, Iodine, protein, and Zinc, while beinglow in calories and fat. The Iodine helps to, as previously mentioned, support the thyroid gland, which helps to regulate mood and weight; the Selenium and Zinc help the thyroid gland, as well. The Vitamin B12 helps to strengthen and insulate a persons brain cells, which keeps the brain sharp over time.
Note: Be sure to eat farmed mussels rather than wild mussels, as this will not only benefit your health, but the health of the environment as well.
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Mussels
Mussels have moderate to high amounts of Vitamin B12, Selenium, Iodine, protein, and Zinc, while beinglow in calories and fat. The Iodine helps to, as previously mentioned, support the thyroid gland, which helps to regulate mood and weight; the Selenium and Zinc help the thyroid gland, as well. The Vitamin B12 helps to strengthen and insulate a persons brain cells, which keeps the brain sharp over time.
Note: Be sure to eat farmed mussels rather than wild mussels, as this will not only benefit your health, but the health of the environment as well.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 12:56
7 Dark Chocolate
Yes, you read that correctly. Dark chocolate has benefits that milk and German chocolate do not have. Dark chocolate improves the blood-flow to the brain, and provides an instant boost in concentration and mood. This will help you to feel more energetic and vibrant. However, dont go overboard: The Journal of Psychopharmacology says that all you need is a few ounces of dark chocolate each day to reap the benefits.
7 Dark Chocolate
Yes, you read that correctly. Dark chocolate has benefits that milk and German chocolate do not have. Dark chocolate improves the blood-flow to the brain, and provides an instant boost in concentration and mood. This will help you to feel more energetic and vibrant. However, dont go overboard: The Journal of Psychopharmacology says that all you need is a few ounces of dark chocolate each day to reap the benefits.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 13:04
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Asparagus
Asparagus has high levels of folate and tryptophan. Low levels of folate have been linked to depression in half of all cases of depression, according to recent research. Tryptophan is also used by the brain to make serotonin, which is one of the human brains main mood-stabilizing neurotransmitters. Note: Turkey is also a great source oftryptophan. While it has been knownto make people sleepy during Thanksgiving, the tryptophan requires calories in order to activate its sedative-like effects.
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Asparagus
Asparagus has high levels of folate and tryptophan. Low levels of folate have been linked to depression in half of all cases of depression, according to recent research. Tryptophan is also used by the brain to make serotonin, which is one of the human brains main mood-stabilizing neurotransmitters. Note: Turkey is also a great source oftryptophan. While it has been knownto make people sleepy during Thanksgiving, the tryptophan requires calories in order to activate its sedative-like effects.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 13:07
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Honey
In regards to health, honey is far better than regular sugar. Honey contains kaempferol and quercetin, which helps to prevent depression (and keep your brain healthy) by reducing inflammation in the brain. It also wont send your body into fat-storage mode, like regular sugar can, by having less of an impact on blood-sugar levels.
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Honey
In regards to health, honey is far better than regular sugar. Honey contains kaempferol and quercetin, which helps to prevent depression (and keep your brain healthy) by reducing inflammation in the brain. It also wont send your body into fat-storage mode, like regular sugar can, by having less of an impact on blood-sugar levels.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 13:10
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Cherry Tomatoes
All tomatoes have a substance known as lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant that fights inflammation in the brain and generally protects the brain. For best results, eat them with olive oil; olive oil helps to increase the absorption of lycopene.
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Cherry Tomatoes
All tomatoes have a substance known as lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant that fights inflammation in the brain and generally protects the brain. For best results, eat them with olive oil; olive oil helps to increase the absorption of lycopene.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 13:12
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Eggs
Eggs contain moderate-to-large amounts of Zinc, Vitamin B, Iodine, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and protein. Not only can eggs keep you energized, they can also keep you full (stomach-wise) for longer! A 2008 study in the International Journal of Obesity found that people who had eggs for breakfast lost considerably more weight, compared to those who ate bagels for breakfast.
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Eggs
Eggs contain moderate-to-large amounts of Zinc, Vitamin B, Iodine, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and protein. Not only can eggs keep you energized, they can also keep you full (stomach-wise) for longer! A 2008 study in the International Journal of Obesity found that people who had eggs for breakfast lost considerably more weight, compared to those who ate bagels for breakfast.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/01 13:13
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Coconuts
Despite the fact that coconuts are most commonly found in unhealthy desserts, coconuts do contain medium-chain triglycerides. Medium-chain triglycerides are special fats that fuel better moods and promote general brain-health. Note: Coconut milk, on the other hand, is actually pretty unhealthy. Stick with unsweetened coconut shavings.
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Coconuts
Despite the fact that coconuts are most commonly found in unhealthy desserts, coconuts do contain medium-chain triglycerides. Medium-chain triglycerides are special fats that fuel better moods and promote general brain-health. Note: Coconut milk, on the other hand, is actually pretty unhealthy. Stick with unsweetened coconut shavings.
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Pr1ya 2012/04/05 07:44
Awesome topic! Dark chocolate is also beneficial for uplifting ones moods. It acts as an aphrodisiac and is also good for your heart.
Awesome topic! Dark chocolate is also beneficial for uplifting ones moods. It acts as an aphrodisiac and is also good for your heart.
Eternal_Knight 2012/04/05 13:01
thanks for adding more
Quote: prIyAnoMiCs: Awesome topic! Dark chocolate is also beneficial for uplifting ones moods. It acts as an aphrodisiac and is also good for your heart.
thanks for adding more
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