According to statistics, 55% of Americans experiences stress. That’s more than half of Americans. Most likely you experience stress on a daily basis too. Stress is treatable though! As the philosopher Epictetus said, “It’s not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters”. Here are some nutritional and herbal ways you can treat your stress.
First of all, you should know that good nutrition goes a long way in helping you before you are stressed out. A diet that prepares your body and mind for the day unfortunately does not include donuts and sugary cereal.
Here are some foods to add to your diet:
Fish high in omega-3 fat (such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, trout and sardines)
Milk low in fat or fat-free
Yogurt
Sweet potatoes
Leafy greens
Avocados
Berries
Oranges
Red bell peppers
Bananas
Oats (old-fashioned or steel-cut)
Whole grains (brown rice, whole-grain pasta, quinoa, barley, farro)
Dark chocolate (60% cacao or greater)
Other non-food items to add to your diet:
Olive oil
Unsalted nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews, and pistachios)
Seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, flaxseed, chia)
Turmeric
Nutmeg
Here is a comprehensive food plan that not only reduces stress but also optimizes your health. https://www.wellnesswits.com/food-plans
Herbal supplements and teas are also helpful for managing stress.
Herbs for relieving stress
Ashwagandha is well known and long used herb that works as an adaptogen. Adaptogens are useful for fighting stress. Ashwagandha increases brain function, lowers blood sugar and cortisol (the stress hormone) levels and boost energy levels.
Holy basil/Tulsi is also an adaptogen that has been used for many years and it reduces stress as well as cholesterol levels.
Ginseng is an Asian root that helps fight chronic stress.
Lavender relaxes muscles, stabilizes mood, and is useful for relieving stress, anxiety and insomnia.
Chamomile is calming and actually helps with sleep as well.
L-theanine is found in green tea as well as black tea and decreases stress and anxiety.
Rhodiola reduces fatigue and fights chronic stress.
Remember to add exercise and adequate sleep to your daily routine, as both of these things help to manage stress and allow you to be your healthiest self.
References
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2. Dileepan, H. (2019, October 18). Calming herbs to relieve stress and anxiety. Retrieved from https://www.remedyreview.com/anxiety/calming-herbs-to-relieve-stress-and-anxiety/
3. Kennedy, K. (2019, May 1). The ultimate diet plan for a happier, less-stressed you. Retrieved from https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/united-states-of-stress/ultimate-diet-guide-stress-management/
4. Spritzler, F. (2019, November 3). 12 Proven heath benefits of ashwagandha. Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-proven-ashwagandha-benefits#1
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6. Wong, C. (2020, February 3). 3 Herbal supplements for stress relief. Retrieved from https://www.verywellmind.com/herbal-supplements-for-stress-89313
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