COMBAT ANXIETY WITH GOOD NUTRITION

FOODS THAT HELP YOU COMBAT ANXIETY AND STRESS

• Asparagus
• Avacado
• Blueberries
• Turkey
• Almonds
• Yogurt
• Kale
• Salmon
• These are just a few of the foods that can help combat the effects of anxiety , and stress on your body mind.
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THINGS YOU SHOULD AVOID

• I cannot discuss the good without discussing without discussing the bad foods that can harm your body,and make you feel more anxious and depressed.
• The foods that are over processed ,refined sugar filled Frankenfoods.
• Thease foods use contain one or more of the fallowing ingredients.
• Caffeine, Artificial and refined sugars.
• Gluten
• Dairy
• Soda.
• Fast foods.

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In this workshop I will be
discussing how the food you eat can affect how can affect your anxiety and depression. Can food really have effect how I feel? The answer is YES.

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ASPARAGUS

• Contains folate
• People with Anxiety and Depression tend to have elevated levels of folate deficiency.
• One cup provides 2/3 your daily folate value
• Folate is B vitamin necessary for cell growth and repair.

AVACADO

• Rich in stress relieving B6 which aids the body in its production of neurotransmitters .
• Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that influences your moods,and helps sleep.
• Contains the B vitamins : Thiamine,Riboflavin,and Niacin and deficiency’s in can cause people increased anxiety.
• Contains heart healthy fats that can help lower anxiety and depression.

SALMON

• Rich in omega 3 fatty acids which are very effective with helping combat anxiety and depression.
• Omega 3 fatty acids can also be found in : chia seeds,soybeans,walnuts,and cold pressed olive oil.

BLUEBERRIES

• Contain vitamin C which are bodies crave when we are upset and anxious.
• Vitamin C helps repair and protect our cells.
• They are filled with antioxidants which can help provide stress relief ,and aid in the reduction of anxiety.

TURKEY

• Contain Tryptophan the ingredient the in Turkey that helps put you to sleep.
• Tryptophan is a Amino Acid that the body needs to produce the neurotransmitter serotonin which helps regulate mood and sleep patterns.

ALMONDS

• Almonds contain magnesium which is very effective in the treatment of anxiety related symptoms.
• Inadequate levels of magnesium reduce the levels of serotonin in the brain.
• 1 ounce of almonds contains 75mg of magnesium which is 19% of what is the recommended value.

YOGURT

• The best yogurt to eat are the ones that contain live active cultures.
• Probiotic foods have been proven to reduce social anxiety.
• Other recommended probiotic foods are: pickles , sauerkraut,and miso

HOW ANXIETY AND STRESS CAN EFFECT WEIGHT LOSS

• When we are anxious or depressed we often crave high fat sugar laden foods.
• When the body stays in a state of fight or flight mode the body reacts by increasing your cortisol levels.
• Prolonged depression and anxiety can cause adrenal Exhaustion.Symptoms of adrenal exhaustion are:
• Overeating
• Skipping meals

KALE

• Dark leafy greens like kale are linked antioxidant rates helping relieve anxiety and depression.
• Rich in beta-carotene and vitamin E which are all needed to to boast antioxidants .( which act as our cells defense systems against bacteria and disease.

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COMMEN SYMPTOMS OF ADRENAL STRESS

• Sensitivity to exhaust fumes.
• Inability to tolerate excercise
• Rapid mood or energy changes.
• Dark circles under the eyes.
• Dizziness upon standing.
• Tendency to catch when the weather changes.
• Headaches
• Breathing difficulties
• Salt cravings
• Trouble falling asleep.
• Feeling tiredness all the time.
• Low tolerance for loud noises.
• Chronic tension in the lower back and neck.
• Recurrent chronic infections.