Five Foods To Fight Anxiety!

Eating the right foods can be a great way to hep control anxiety and stress. Here are five healthy foods that provide important nutrients that can help reduce stress and stabilize your mood.

1. Blueberries

Why they help: Blueberries are very high in antioxidants & rich in vitamin C.

Also see: Why Are Blueberries So Nutritious?

2. Almonds

Why they help: Almonds are rich in B Vitamins, Magnesium, & Zinc.

Also see: Why Are Almonds Good For Your Skin?

3. Dark Chocolate

Why it helps: Cocoa has a high antioxidant content.

Also see: 15 Fun Facts About Chocolate!

4. Asparagus

Why it helps: Asparagus is rich in folate.

Also see: 5 Reasons To Eat Asparagus!

5. Spinach

Why it helps: Spinach is rich in magnesium and folate.

Also see: Good Reasons To Eat More Spinach!

3 Things To Know About Chocolate!

1. Cocoa Rich Dark Chocolate Has The Most Health Benefits
The health benefits in chocolate come from flavonoids and antioxidants found in real cocoa. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, and most commercial candy bars have very little of it. Also many heavily processed commercial brands replace the healthier cocoa fats with milk fats and hydrogenated oil, as well as adding lots of extra sugar and chemicals. Try to look for chocolate bars that say sixty percent cocoa or higher.

2. Cocoa Is Great For Your Heart
Cocoa contains flavonoids which studies suggest can significantly reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by lowering blood pressure. It also contains the heart healthy mineral magnesium.

3. Chocolate Can Improve Your Mood
Cocoa can improve your mood by increasing serotonin levels in your brain. Cocoa can also boost  endorphins which trigger a sense of pleasure and help relieve pain.