Magnesium rich foods can help lower anxiety, so try eating a bit more peanuts, leafy greens, and whole grains.
A study showed a link between a low-magnesium diets and higher levels of anxiety in mice.
Luckily I think whole grain bread tastes much better than white.
I’ll be honest, I knew that steak makes me feel better. But that’s just because I like steak.
But foods that are rich in zinc can help lower anxiety as well. So beef, oysters and cashews would be good options for you.
Personally I think cashews taste gross. But I’m aware I’m in the minority here.
Calcium is another great nutrient for lowered levels of anxiety.
Foods such as dairy products and leafy veggies like kale are high in calcium.
Salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce the chemicals in your brain that cause anxiety.
Probiotic foods like pickles and sauerkraut have been linked to lower levels of social anxiety.
Probiotic foods containing living microorganisms that promote the health of “good” bacteria.
Prebiotic foods like bananas, soybeans, and whole grain foods can lower the level of cortisol and reduce anxiety.
Breakfast lovers rejoice! Eggs and cereal are great sources of vitamin B12, as are meat, fish, poultry, and clams.
B12 is involved in maintaining the health of nerve and blood cells, as well as the creation of DNA.
B12 deficiency can cause psychiatric symptoms such as depression and anxiety.
Other B vitamins can be found in sweet potatos and avocados.
Tryptophan is a key agent in creating serotonin, which is a neurochemical that helps with happiness.
Foods like turkey, eggs, cheese, and pumpkin seeds are great sources of tryptophan.
German researchers in 2003 showed that vitamin C can help with stress management.
Oranges, strawberries, bananas, and kiwis are great sources of vitamin C.
You can also make a kickass smoothie and drink away your anxiety.
Chocolate and blueberries are rich in antioxidants, and have been linked to lowering stress, anxiety, and depression.
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