One of the main causes of stress is having low blood glucose levels, as they cause irritability, lack of concentration and nervousness, which makes us feel even more stressed. Also in stressful situations we produce more adrenaline, and it speeds up our metabolism, which increases the consumption of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. So if there is a rapid consumption of carbohydrates our blood glucose undergoes constant ups and downs and our brain notices it causing the desire to eat more food, a reaction well known to people suffering from stress. Therefore, we must be strong and avoid resorting to foods full of sugars and saturated fats no matter how much we feel like it because in the long run they contribute to increasing our stress levels.
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What should we eat:
Foods with a low glycemic index: Whole grains, vegetables, legumes … will help keep our energy levels stable and reduce cravings and anxiety. In addition, tryptophan-rich whole grains help improve our mood. A diet rich in slow-assimilation carbohydrates helps to feed the brain and reduce stress levels.
Foods rich in vitamin C: in stress situations our body uses more of this vitamin, so in stress situations it is important to increase the consumption of foods that provide it: green leafy vegetables such as cabbage and broccoli are even richer in this vitamin than the oranges.
Foods rich in Magnesium: Magnesium helps prevent anxiety and is recommended in treatments for stress and depression. It relaxes the muscles of the body and has a relaxing effect on the nervous system. We can find significant amounts of magnesium in pumpkin seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, nuts, soybeans, chickpeas, parsley …
Sweet foods of good quality, the sweet taste relaxes and is the one that should be present in our dishes: pumpkin, carrot, onion, … are vegetables that provide a natural and balanced sweetness.
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In 3 weeks you should start to notice changes, by then your blood plasma will have already changed, and alkalinity levels will have normalized. In 4 months you will have completely changed the quality of your blood and you can deeply notice the effects of the new diet.
If you also stay mentally and physically active, you have a positive and optimistic attitude and you help yourself from a good daily rest, not only will you reduce stress and fight irritability, you will also benefit your memory and help your immune system.
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