NUTRITION

Stress is an inevitable part of our lives that we may not always have control over. However, we do have control about how resilient we want to be regarding the effects it has on our health.

The following are some foods that can help build your resilience to stress:

• Brown rice, oats and other whole grains stabilize blood sugar levels exacerbated from stress.
• Orange and dark green vegetables and fruits have vitamins B, C and iron, and antioxidants to flush out the fats and sugars pumped into the bloodstream from stress.
• Fish, such as salmon, mackeral and herring are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that support the nervous system, and reduce the risk of inflammation, heart disease and mood swings – all linked to stress.
• Hazelnuts, almonds and cashews are rich in antioxidants and magnesium. And pistachios have both calming and anti-inflammatory effects.
• Foods that contain vitamin B, magnesium, zinc. potassium and the amino acid, tyrosine will help replenish depleted reserves. MSM