Happiness may be just a snack away
Believe it or not, happiness can also be found on your plate. There are nutritional elements that can improve our mood a lot, and many foods that we know have these components. Here's a list of ten foods that will improve your mood.
Flax seed
Flax or linseed provide omega-3 fatty acids, which have been known to be mood lifting.
Quinoa
It is a high-quality protein-rich pseudocereal. Studies have found a flavonoid in quinoa has a significant anti-depressant effect.
Agar-agar seaweed
It is a mixture of eight varieties of algae that have been previously cooked and dried, its presentation is in the form of gelatin, powders or flakes. Seaweed is known to improve mood by reducing anxiety and enhancing mental focus.
Cashews
They are nuts rich in B vitamins, magnesium, calcium and niacin, all mood-stabilizing vitamins.
Brown rice
Unlike refined white rice, it preserves all its protein, vitamins, minerals and fiber content. Brown rice is a complex carb that's rich in serotonin, which helps stabilize mood.
Cardamom
This spice originating in India, has an intense and sweet aroma and flavor. This spice can lower heart rate and blood pressure and reduce anxiety and depression.
Passion fruit
Round, brown to purple in color, the pulp has black, gelatinous, yellowish seeds. It is highly aromatic and sweet and sour. It is rich in vitamin C and magnesium that is said to have a powerful impact on the brain cells that keeps your mood happy.
Lentils
Lentils are complex carbohydrate so they will help increase the brain's production of the feel-good neurotransmitter serotonin.
Honey
It is a food rich in enzymes with antiseptic and tonic properties. It is a natural mood enhancer.
Curry paste
It is a mixture of spices, herbs and chili peppers that turns into a paste. One of is componens, curcumin improves memory and mood.
How about we rejoice our soul and stomach with this delicious recipe