If what we eat affects our emotions, a poor diet can greatly affect our morale and even promote the symptoms of depression. That's why a healthy and balanced diet is important to be fit and in a good mood! To do this, it is essential to sleep well, take the time to eat well, but above all, to choose the right foods!
How it works ?
Among the essentials of the anti-depression basket, are the foods that act on the well-being hormones serotonin (neuromediator of well-being), dopamine (neuromediator of pleasure and emotions) and norepinephrine (neuromediator of the body. learning and sociability).
Where to find them?
In the chocolate. Rich in epicatechin (which promotes blood circulation) and magnesium (mineral substance antistress), chocolate is good for the heart and mood.Other source of well-being, sugar. Rich in carbohydrates, sugar allows the brain to create serotonin and therefore promotes the feeling of well-being. Milk, considered as "comforting" food produces a substance, tryptophan, which once in the brain turns into serotonin. But there is also the meat which, rich in iron and protein, protects the body from fatigue and serves the proper functioning of the brain; as starchy (potatoes, lentils, spinach) that revitalize. Coffee stimulates and stimulates the brain cells and facilitates digestion. Finally, the nut, rich in manganese, vitamin B6 and B9, acts on the nervous system. Vitamin B, in turn, affects the nervous system and fatty acids (omega 3), present in fatty fish and nuts, act on the emotional balance.
What advantages?
The benefits of this scheme are multiple. First, because it is not one properly speaking. The idea is mainly to learn how to choose food. Everyone is then free to build their own anti-depression "regime". After that, smile, happiness and tone will be there!
What are the disadvantages?
No real disadvantages, therefore. Nevertheless, it is best to monitor your coffee consumption. Do not exceed 3 to 4 cups a day, as too much caffeine is irritating, can cause sleep disturbances and cause poor recovery. Also, sometimes, for genetic reasons, or because of a dietary habit low in tryptophan, the manufacture of serotonin may be insufficient, and lead to sugar dependence.
And after ?
To keep smiling, it's not enough to change one's eating habits. It is necessary to adopt a healthy lifestyle: sleep well (at least 6 hours per night), do not skip meals, eat at fixed times and play sports, for the more adventurous!
