4 Foods That Can Calm Anxiety And 3 That Don't.

dear Editor, I've included credits for all the photos above each point below the post and am hoping we can use this photo for the post itself and for social media sharing. Thank you! Anxiety has become so prevalent in today's world, it's now considered the norm rather than the unusual. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18% of the population. (Source: National Institute of Mental Health) While medication is a valid route, many of us choose to seek a more natural approach, exploring underlying issues and even diet. What most of us have forgotten, is that our grandmothers knew how to treat anxiety with a trip to the kitchen. We all remember calming teas such as chamomile and tulsi, also known as holy basil, or a cup of warm milk with honey helping anxiety, but what many of us don't recall is that certain foods also calmed anxiety while others agitated it. Here are 4 foods to reach for during times of anxiety, and 3 to avoid. 1. Avocado Avocados contain blood pressure-lowering potassium, as well as mono-saturated fat and B-vitamins. Studies have shown that 30% of patients hospitalized for depression are B vitamin deficient. These creamy green boats of goodness are an easy solution for anxiety on the run. Grab a spoon and some good quality sea salt and you're good to go. 2. Tryptophan-Rich Foods ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news