A healthy diet helps against depression

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Low self-esteem and loss of interest in carrying out daily activities are the most obvious symptoms of depression: a disabling disease that involves affective and cognitive spheres. Sadness is determined by biochemical, psychological, environmental, and emotional mechanisms. Stress, work, everyday problems are among the main causes of this illness. In some cases, a change of habits can help overcome the dark periods. Follow the Bioimis tips to smile again and face your best days!

Green light to happiness

Depression primarily affects adolescents, but it is a common complaint among older women and men between 14 and 40 years. It is a serious medical condition, never to be underestimated.

However, mild cases of illness can be addressed with small changes in lifestyle and food habits.

Here are some tips:

  • Do more exercise: exercise stimulates the release of endorphins, substances that stimulate the good mood. A nice walk can help you feel much better.
  • Do not skip meals: maintaining a stable level of nutrients in the blood is important to avoid mood swings.
  • Live in the open: sunlight helps to improve mood and increase the production of vitamin D, needed to strengthen the bone structure.
  • Try meditation: the regular practice of meditation has a positive effect on mood, the mind and the entire body.
  • Be yourself and do not be ashamed of it: anxiety and low self-esteem dramatically worsen the mood.
  • Do not close yourself: choose a trusted person with whom to confide

The right diet to fight the sadness

Some foods have a strong antidepressant power, intervening directly in increasing serotonin which, in turn, plays an important role in the alternation of waking and sleeping, it has a beneficial effect on mood, body temperature, appetite and sexuality.

  • dried fruit, green leafy vegetables (spinach, cabbage, asparagus and mushrooms), eggs and chocolate, contain high levels of tryptophan and flavonoids. The first is a precursor of serotonin, the latter are powerful antioxidants
  • pumpkin seeds: rich in folic acid, help to regulate mood swings
  • blue fish and salmon
  • legumes
  • berries
  • spices such as oregano, basil and pepper.

Feeding Minds in the kitchen

In addition to improving physical shape, proper nutrition positively influences the mood, significantly improving the self-esteem. Eating is a pleasure! Learn how to choose the correct foods by following the advice of Bioimis biologists!



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