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Best Foods to boost your Mental Health

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4 Different Types of Natural Foods That Are Good for Mental Health
Maintaining good mental health involves a combination of various factors, including regular exercise, sufficient sleep, stress management, and a balanced diet. While no single food can guarantee improved mental health, certain nutrients are linked to cognitive function and emotional well-being. Here are some foods that are generally considered beneficial for mental health:

1.Fatty Fish:
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health.
Examples: Salmon, trout, sardines.

2.Nuts and Seeds:
Contain omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamin E.
Examples: Walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds.

3.Whole Grains:
Provide a steady supply of energy to the brain.
Examples: Brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat.

4.Leafy Greens:
High in folate, which is important for the production of neurotransmitters.
Examples: Spinach, kale, broccoli.

5.Berries:
Packed with antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and stress.
Examples: Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries.

6.Dark Chocolate:
Contains flavonoids, caffeine, and antioxidants that can improve mood.
Choose dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content.

7.Bananas:
Rich in potassium, which is important for overall brain health.
Contains vitamin B6, which helps in the synthesis of neurotransmitters.

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From my experience, food can not help your mind and body heal in isolation. But, when paired with daily movement (any kind), I have benefited from:

lots of fruits, especially in the morning and before bed (helps my digestive system slowly start up and slowly wind down) 
Protein rich foods, meats, eggs etc 
And foods you love to eat! Eating should be an around positive experience, it's not just the nutritional content that positively impacts your mental health, but the act of giving yourself foods that your soul also enjoys, and as we grow, we realise the difference between foods that give us pleasure and positivity, and foods that don't, but we have learned to 'like' as a copng mechanism 

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For women, eating foods to support the different stages of your menstrual cycle can also help

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