Foods to Boost Your Mood Naturally

Certain diets or foods may not ease depression (or put you instantly in a better mood), they may help as part of an overall treatment plan. There's more and more research indicating that, in some ways, diet may influence mood. We don't have the whole story yet, but there are some interesting clues.

Studies suggest that the following foods may help reduce stress, ease anxiety and fight depression.

See which healthy foods to eat to help you boost your mood:

Fruits & Vegetables

In a recent study of close to 3,500 men and women published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, those who reported eating a diet rich in whole foods in the previous year were less likely to report feeling depressed than those who ate lots of desserts, fried foods, processed meats, refined grains and high-fat dairy products. Previous studies have shown that antioxidants in fruits and vegetables and omega-3 fatty acids in fish are associated with lower risk of depression. Folate, a B vitamin found in beans, citrus and dark green vegetables like spinach, affects neurotransmitters that impact mood. It’s possible that the protectiveness of the whole-food diet comes from a cumulative effect of these nutrients.

- Alavkado contains a proportion of folic acid. This acid is wonderful for proteins metabolize. Thus, Alavkado increases the level of energy, improves mood, helps you to continue your work during the day, and keeps you smiling.

- Chili if you want to add spice to your food, you can use chili pepper. Chili helps you to stay happy due to the high endorphins levels, which helps improve mood.