Good food for healthy mind

The foods you choose to eat not only have an impact on your body, but your mind as well – and it’s a factor many overlook when it comes to fostering good mental health. Here a diet that you could include for a good mental health. 

Salmon
This pink fish is rich in Omega-3 and anti-inflammatory fatty acids like EPA and DHA, which are healthy fats that are essential (meaning we must consume them from our diet because our body cannot create them on its own). These fatty acids are important because they help with our brain cell membrane.

Lentils
Lentils are also low on the glycemic index, which means they cause our blood sugar to rise at a more gradual rate, helping to regulate blood sugar levels which help with mood and keeping a consistent energy throughout the day. Lentils also help with the production of serotonin.

Bananas
Bananas are mood-enhancing because it affects tryptophan, which is another essential amino acid that helps produce serotonin. Tryptophan also helps with sleep, regulates our food intake – both which are associated with impacting mood as well. Bananas also get other vitamins and minerals like potassium, vitamin B6 and fiber which all support our body utilizing tryptophan for serotonin production.

Sweet potato
Sweet potatoes are rich in the antioxidant beta-carotene. This helps in reducing damage to the brain cells, which can have a negative impact on mental health. It can also be helpful in reducing the oxidative stress on DNA, which has been linked with depression, anxiety and schizophrenia.