How We Deal with Food While Stressed Out
A bowl of cereal helps me start my day with low stress. When I don’t eat I get more irritable and prone to growling at little kids.
Kashi cereal is one of my favorites because it’s high in fiber and low in sugar. The picture is of a typical breakfast I enjoy. I usually need one type of fruit whether it be bananas, blueberries, strawberries or whatever is in season.
If you want a few tips on foods that support your mood then check out the Ririan Project article.
“We’ve heard the expression “you are what you eat.” When it’s crunch time, we tend to engage in all sorts of unhealthy habits that further increase our stress levels. That pizza? Bad idea. If your anxiety is spiraling out of control, food should be your ally, not your enemy. So if you find yourself cranky, tired and even clinically depressed, try these 11 mood-boosting foods.”
My favorite is the last one.
“11. ANY FOOD THAT TASTES GOOD!
Eating food that tastes good stimulates the production of endorphins — the painkilling peptides that bind to the brain’s opioid receptors, triggering the same kind of reaction as opiate drugs such as the painkiller codeine, and heroin. So eat the things you enjoy for a natural — and legal — high!”
When dealing with your stress try to eat something healthy because you’ll boost your mood as well as boost your metabolism. Check out the 11 food tips from Rarian Project and boost your day.
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Karl @ February 11, 2008