10 mood-boosting foods

 Want to boost your mood and energy? The nutrients in these foods will make you feel a million bucks.

 

 

Tomatoes:

High in lycopene, an antioxidant necessary for optimum mental functioning and resilience.

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Oats:

Traditionally used to soothe nervous exhaustion and fatigue and jam-packed full of nutrients, oats also help reduce cholesterol, improving blood circulation to the brain.

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Spinach:

Containing folic acid, it helps to protect the brain. Low levels of folic acid can impair concentration.

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Ginger:

Stimulates circulation and, according to traditional Chinese medicine, keeps the good chi flowing.

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Avocado:

Rich in potassium, provides the body with stamina. A deficiency of which may cause fatigue and 3-oclock-itis.

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Eggs:

A convenient and versatile protein source during those lazy winter evenings. Omelette…nom.

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Cashews:

High in iron for strength, cashews also contain some tryptophan and the other healthy brain fat, omega-9.

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Beans:

The vegetarian protein of choice, crammed full of nutrients, fibre and complex carbs.

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Parsley:

Lauded for its flavour, it’s packed with B vitamins that promote better memory and mental alertness.

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Dark chocolate:

Contains magnesium, tryptophan and anandamide, a chemical that is produced by our brains when we are happy and increases motivation. Hallelujah!

 

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