JAKARTA - A burning anger is a natural thing for every human being, especially when faced with unpleasant situations. However, anger must be managed properly, because it not only has an impact on social relations, but also on physical and mental health.
One of the easy ways to relieve anger is with food, because the food consumed affects mood and emotional stability.
"These are some food recommendations that can help relieve anger and make moods improve," quoted from Cleveland Clinic, on Friday, July 4, 2025.
1. Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate is one of the recommended foods to eat when angry. This is because in dark chocolate it contains cocoa at least 70 percent flavonoid, which can increase blood flow to the brain and trigger the release of the serotonin hormone.
The hormone is known as the hormone of happiness that is able to relieve stress and calm nerves. In addition, the texture of chocolate can also provide a comfort effect.
2. Yogurt and fermented products
Fermented products such as yogurt, kefir, fire speech, contain probiotics that can improve the balance of the gut microbiota. Healthy intestinal condition has a large contribution in the production of serotonin.
With a healthy intestine, the production of serotonin is maximum and good for decreased anger, anxiety, and depression. It is recommended to consume fermented products regularly as part of a healthy diet as well.
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3. Fruits rich in vitamin C
Fruits rich in vitamin C such as bananas, blues, strawberries, and oranges can suppress the production of stress hormones such as cortisol. These fruits also have antioxidants that protect the brain from oxidative stress, making the mood better when in pressure and anger.
4. Fat fish
Fish such as salmon, machrel, and sardines contain omega-3 fatty acids that have a strong anti-inflammatory effect. Omega-3 enhances neurons and strengthens synapses between brain cells, thereby helping mood stability and reducing depression, anger, and anxiety.
In the context of anger, omega-3 helps control the brain's response to stress so that anger does not explode easily. It is recommended to eat fatty fish at least twice a week, in order to get maximum benefits.
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