Eat & Drink Away Stress

1 – Complex Carbs

Carbs increase levels of tryptophan, an amino acid used to make serotonin( a mood-lifting brain chemical). Unlike simple carbs such as sugar, complex carbs like whole-grain cereal and pasta digest slowly, offering a steady supply of tryptophan.

2 – B Vitamins

You need vitamin B6 (found in foods like pistachios and walnuts) and vitamin B12 (found in meat, shellfish, dairy and eggs) to convert tryptophan into serotonin.

3 – Omega-3s

A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids helps inhibit the spike of stress hormones. Aim to eat two servings per week of salmon, tuna or products fortified with fatty acid DHA.

4 – Black Tea

According to British researchers, people who drink black tea for six weeks feel calmer and have lower levels of cortisol after stressful situations.