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Foods that will Improve Your Mental Health

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23 August, 2021

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You Are What You Eat – Origin ( Anthelme Brillat-Savarin)

Did you know that whatever we eat does not only affect our physical body but also affects our mental health? Our brain works 24*7 and needs premium fuel. Eating high-quality food that has a lot of vitamins and minerals will nourish the brain, and eating low-quality food can cause problems such as mood disorders and depression.

The Last Journey promotes the mental wellbeing of everyone and shares with you a list of foods that will improve your mental health.

     1. Leafy Greens.

Leafy greens such as cabbage, spinach, lettuce, kale, and leaf lettuce contain Vitamins K, C, E, Complex carbohydrates, fibers, and proteins. Since they contain water, they help you stay hydrated, and their serotonin production helps in uplifting the mood. Studies show that they are related to a slower rate of cognitive decline.

     2. Oily Fish.

Fish is one of the best foods for the human brain. It is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids that helps improve memory, boosts feelings of mental wellness, and reduces levels of anxiety. It also enhances one’s decision-making abilities.

      3. Berries.

Berries such as blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries are good for the brain and even prevent age-related memory loss. Berry fruits contain antioxidants that protect cells from damage. By reducing the damage they help improve symptoms of anxiety and depression.

     4. Walnuts.

Walnuts look like a brain for a reason! They contain Omega-3 fatty acids and alpha-linolenic acid. Protecting the membrane from free radical damage, walnuts slow down mental decline. They also help in growing new brain cells.

      5. Beans.

Beans and legumes are full of fibers, antioxidants, and omega fatty acids. They keep the blood sugar stable enabling you to burn more energy. Helping in concentration and memory, beans help in the brain development of humans.

      6. Wholegrains.

Whole grains such as oats, barley, and quinoa are rich in vitamin B, which helps reduce inflammation of the brain, preserving your memory. They also produce serotonin, which is a feel-good hormone. It helps calm your mind. 

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