It?s been a long time that you?ve been visiting your therapist and taking 3 anti-depressants per day. And now you think that probably nothing works and you?ll have to live with it. We?ll I?ve got a solution and it is simpler than all of the treatments you?ve been taking up till now. Yes, some little changes in your diet can do wonders for you. Follow these tips and enjoy a healthy life.
Cut off all the caffeine, nicotine and alcohol.
Yes I know they relax your nerves and help you think better, but for how long? Researches have proved that while coffee, black tea and alcohol have temporary effects on the mood; they remain the worst contributor to anxiety, depression and insomnia. Can?t think of leaving tea or coffee? Try switching to green tea. It is rich in anti-oxidants which are good for you and very low caffeine concentrations.
Reduce your sweet intake.
Sweets don?t only add to the pile of fat around your belly, but is also a contributor to depression. When taken they increase your blood sugar levels and you instantly feel energetic and light hearted. But as soon as the level of your blood sugar drops, your left frustrated, vulnerable and anxious.
Go green
Green leafy vegetables, if consumed regularly, would work better than any anti depressant. They are rich in folic acids, (a b vitamin), that is deficient in depressed people. Some fruits, beans and grains are also good sources of folic acid.
Include sea food in your diet.
Fish consumption is also a good idea, as they contain omega 3 fatty acids. The human body cannot produce it on their own, so one has to take them through diet. These are extremely important for a normal brain function. Lesser amounts of omega 3 fatty acids in the body also make one prone to depression. Though they are artificially added to some edible oils but consuming them through fish remains a better idea.
Consume magnesium. Magnesium is known to fight depression. It can be consumed by taking a lot of nuts, pulses, grains and vegetables.Thomas has been writing Health, Wellness and Fitness articles for many years. His website Healthy Lifestyle has varieties of health related articles advocate people to have a healthy lifestyle.
