{"id":15636,"date":"2017-05-17T15:57:02","date_gmt":"2017-05-17T13:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shawellness.com\/shamagazine\/shamagazine\/?p=15636"},"modified":"2022-03-04T08:49:14","modified_gmt":"2022-03-04T08:49:14","slug":"6-foods-to-boost-your-mood-and-energy-naturally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shawellness.com\/shamagazine\/en\/6-foods-to-boost-your-mood-and-energy-naturally\/","title":{"rendered":"6 foods to boost your mood and energy naturally"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The link between our mood and what we eat is often-overlooked, however, <strong>our gut is known as our second brain<\/strong> as it <strong>contains over 1 million neurons<\/strong> lining our digestive system, <strong>filled with important neurotransmitters, influencing our mood and our energy. <\/strong>In fact, <strong>95% of serotonin<\/strong>, the happiness hormone, <strong>is produced in the gut!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>What we eat definitely affects the way we feel.<\/strong> It can either <strong>nourish us with bountiful energy<\/strong>, or deplete us, leaving us feeling lethargic and in a bad mood. To avoid this from happening, <strong>we have to make sure we\u2019re nourishing our gut properly<\/strong> and <strong>avoiding foods that are detrimental to it<\/strong>, like sugar, alcohol and coffee.<\/p>\n<p>There are <strong>several foods that are known for their mood-boosting qualities.<\/strong> These are the ones you should include in your diet on a daily basis, to make sure you\u2019re feeling your best, both mood and energy wise.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Mood &amp; energy boosting foods:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Cocoa<\/strong> is considered to be <em>the food of the gods<\/em>, as it has a very <strong>high nutritional content.<\/strong> It contains an amino acid called <strong>tryptophan<\/strong> which <strong>boosts mood, energy and improves sleep.<\/strong> <strong>Tip:<\/strong> add a tablespoon to your smoothies, porridge, chia pudding or make a healthy dairy-free chocolate milk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salmon<\/strong> is a <strong>great source of omega-3 fatty acids<\/strong>, which <strong>influence energy production, brain activity and circulation.<\/strong> Healthy fats <strong>influence our mood and brainpower<\/strong>, in fact, <strong>a diet poor in healthy fats can lead to depression and anxiety.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Kale<\/strong> is high in <strong>vitamins and essential minerals<\/strong> like copper, potassium, iron and phosphorus that <strong>boost mood and energy.<\/strong> It\u2019s best to eat it in its raw form, in order to benefit from all its vibrant nutrients. <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Add it to <strong>salads with a dash of olive oil, steam it or add it to smoothies.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Goji berries<\/strong> have been used for thousands of years in Chinese medicine to<strong> increase energy and enhance the release of mood-boosting hormones.<\/strong> It has a positive effect on the body as it <strong>helps it cope with stress, boosts mood and improves memory.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lentils<\/strong> are both <strong>rich in protein and iron<\/strong>, both <strong>important for mood and energy levels.<\/strong> A deficiency in iron can really play on your energy and concentration levels, as well as mood.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maca builds resilience and balances the body\u2019s endocrine system<\/strong> (hormones!), <strong>supporting natural energy and vitality.<\/strong> <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Add a tablespoon into your smoothies, porridge or chia pudding.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As you can see, these are <strong>everyday foods that are easy to include in your diet.<\/strong> You\u2019ll notice that they\u2019ll <strong>improve your energy levels, mood, concentration and sleep.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What better excuse to eat these delicious foods on a daily basis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The link between our mood and what we eat is often-overlooked, however, our gut is known as our second brain as it contains over 1 million neurons lining our digestive system, filled with important neurotransmitters, influencing our mood and our energy. 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