There are foods that you should avoid and others that you should consume if you are looking to curb anxiety Maybe we find it relaxing to ope...
Maybe we find it relaxing to open a package of snacks to calm anxiety or turn to cookies when we are nervous. However, these and other foods can give us a slight feeling of well-being and then raise the anxiety peak again.
According to psychiatrist James Lake, there is a close relationship between what we eat and our daily anxiety. Carbohydrates, caffeine, and proteins play a predominant role and an adequate intake can lead us to be in zen mode or, on the contrary, to be a "bunch" of nerves.
For the specialist, anxiety is directly related to a rapid drop in blood sugar, which occurs after eating a food or drink with a large amount of sugar. That is, if you drink a sugary drink you will quickly feel awake and vitalized, but after a few minutes your body will ask for more because the sugar has dropped more than normal. That's when anxiety sets in.
enemies of anxiety
The consumption of alcohol and caffeine can also produce this phenomenon known as reactive hypoglycemia, whose causes are not directly related to diabetes, and its symptoms include weakness, appetite, sweating, and anxiety.
Caffeine consumption is also associated with an increased risk of anxiety, as it increases levels of epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol in the blood, resulting in feelings of "jitters" and generalized anxiety, and in some cases, panic attacks.
According to the Mayo Clinic, dietary changes can improve anxiety but are not necessarily a substitute for treatment.
anxiety symptoms
We all manifest anxiety and worries in everyday life. But when the problems of daily life affect us strongly and anxiety and stress do not go away for several weeks, we could be facing a case of anxiety that needs treatment.
The change in diet can work for those common anxiety episodes, which we have daily or at times when we are exposed to stressful situations. Meanwhile, there are some signs that may indicate that we are suffering from chronic anxiety.
If you experience any of these symptoms, consult a psychologist or health professional.
Nervousness
sweating
Insomnia
Panic attacks
Digestive problems
Obsessions or obsessive-compulsive disorders
Agitation
Constant worry about things in daily life
Diet changes
Coping with anxiety can be a daily challenge for many people. If you worry too much and get very nervous about situations that are difficult for you to cope with, you can try making small changes in your diet so that your metabolism develops the mechanisms to reduce anxiety.
Some tips include:
Eat protein for breakfast
Minimize your intake of carbohydrates and sugars
drink plenty of fluids
Avoid alcohol and caffeine
Respect daily intake and do not skip any food
Foods that fight anxiety
Foods rich in tryptophans (cheese, nuts, pumpkin, peanuts)
Bitter chocolate
almonds and walnuts
blueberries
Whole grains (whole grains)
Spinach
oysters and salmon
Avocado
Meanwhile, in addition to eating, other habits can help, such as going for a walk, taking a bubble bath, getting enough sleep, trying conversation techniques, and what never fails: talking to a friend.
You're not alone. Anxiety can lead you down a very rough road of emotional ups and downs. Cope with this feeling by taking care of your body and mind, and keeping your thoughts positive. Don't let anxiety control your life. You can beat anxiety!
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