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JAKARTA - There are many ways that can be done to relieve stress, one of which is by eating delicious food. However, don't let stress make you frantic and eat carelessly which in the end can harm your own health.

You should also know that there are actually some foods that can be consumed to relieve stress. Want to know what these foods are? Check out the reviews here!

One type of stress reliever food that you may automatically consume is carbohydrate-rich foods. Although it's not a bad thing to eat a little bit, there are better ways to support your mood. Namely eating high fiber foods.

'Hate food fiber can help prevent the rapid rise and decrease of sugar which can further exacerbate stress and increase cortisol.

In general, fiber-rich blood sugar balancing foods include:

This doesn't mean you have to eat cabbage even if you don't like it. Instead, think about the exchange you can make for the delicious food you want.

"For example, if you want a messy potato, make a messy potato and its skin to add fiber," advises Dr. Melina Jampolis, MD, a nutritionist.

Sow also cinnamon for sweet tastes and to add polyphenols, he added. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, polyphenols are associated with better psychological well-being in adults with hypertension.

Magnesium is a nutrient that plays a role in more than 300 body reactions, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), as reported by Live Strong, Monday, July 31. One of them is as a stress regulator. About half of Americans get less magnesium from their food than they should, according to NIH. ( Adults should get 310 to 420 milligrams per day)

If you are stressed, focusing on foods rich in magnesium is essential for a healthy stress response. Good magnesium sources include:

If you experience a day with a high stress level, your instincts may order something oily or cheese-containing. On the other hand, anti-inflammatory foods inspired by the Mediterranean region will be the best food to calm the soul.

"Inflammation can reduce brain chemicals called BDNF, which can negatively affect the function of the brain, mood, and level of anxiety", said Dr. Jampolis.

Check the list of anti-inflammatory foods and you will find oily fish like salmon at the top. That's because salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to slow down the production of inflammatory proteins in the body, reported by Cleveland Clinic.

For those who want sweet foods, fruit is one of the foods that helps overcome stress. However, sometimes fruit alone is not enough.

"Black coating is a good choice because it contains fat, fiber, and polyphenols, which can support healthy brain function," said Dr. Jampolis.

Continue and separate one or two boxes from your favorite bars (one with more than 70 percent of cocoa) or prepare a grain chip with a black chocolate cut for a delicious afternoon snack.

"Teh is good for stress, because it contains theanine, a sedative chemical found in green tea," said Dr. Jampolis. What's more, tea is warm, which increases the level of comfort," he said.

Another option Dr likes. Jampolis includes:

Make this drink at home faster and easier and saves sugar intake. What's more, this drink is low in caffeine because caffeine can exacerbate stress and anxiety effects in some people and reduce sleep quality.


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