BEST foods to ease common ailments like fatigue, insomnia, stress, and even joint pain – do you have them at home?
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A healthy diet, with lots of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and moderate amounts of 'good' fats and lean protein, can help prevent and manage long-term health problems like diabetes and heart disease.
However, some food can also provide benefits more quickly and may be able to ease common health issues, such as migraines and sleeplessness.
Lisa Sasson, a registered dietitian at New York University, claims that people may often improve their health simply by making certain adjustments to their diet.
Here are some of the healthful foods she recommends!
A healthy boost of energy can come from eating a handful of nuts, which have protein and carbs, or fruit which is high in potassium. Credit: Daily Mail.
Feeling tired and restless? Consume…
Water
Exhaustion from dehydration is often extreme. Lack of water causes the internal systems of the body to work harder, which consumes more energy because water serves as a natural lubricant for bodily processes.
Nuts
Carbohydrate-rich foods can also be a good way to get energy. When the body breaks down carbs, glucose is made. Glucose is the main source of energy for many organs, as well as cells and tissue that work inside the body.
You can get your carbs from nuts, and they're good for you. Nuts such as cashews, almonds, and pistachios have been touted by experts as a fast way to increase energy levels.
Bananas
It has been shown that potassium intake can improve hydration levels. The element is an electrolyte that can give you a lot of the same benefits as a sports drink, but without the sugar and processing that can slow you down and expose you to chemicals you don't need.
Fruits like bananas, oranges, tomatoes, and avocados are all great options for getting your daily dose of potassium.
Do NOT consume…
Fast food, lollies, and too much sugar
Too much sugar consumption might have the opposite effect on a person. The substance can stop the brain from making a chemical called orexin, which makes the brain feel more alert.
The same thing can happen with refined carbs, which are often found in processed foods.
Because of this, Dr Sasson says that you shouldn't eat sweets like cookies and lollies throughout the day. She also says that people who are worried about their energy levels should avoid highly processed fast food.
Fatty acids in fish and antioxidants in kiwi fruit and blueberries can aid with sleep issues. Credit: Daily Mail.
Trouble sleeping? Consume…
Kiwi
According to studies, fruits like kiwis contain antioxidants that can help people fall asleep more quickly and remain asleep longer. They can also help reduce stress.
Milk
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the brain to control its internal 24-hour clock, and it can be found in cow's milk. Drinking a glass before bedtime may prove to be helpful!
Salmon
Many fish, including salmon, include fatty acids that encourage the body to produce melatonin naturally, improving the quality and ease of sleep.
Do NOT consume…
Coffee, alcohol, and sugary treats
A person's ability to sleep at night may be negatively affected if they consume too much coffee throughout the day, especially if they are sensitive to the stimulant. The same thing may happen to people who eat too much sugar right before bed.
Contrary to what most people think, alcohol can also make someone tired quickly and cause a crash, but the liver needs to break it down first. This could make a person wake up again in a few hours, preventing them from getting enough rest.
Many migraines can be gone with just a glass of water. Antioxidants and foods high in magnesium are also known to stop headaches. Credit: Daily Mail.
Is your head hurting? Consume…
Water
Many people's headaches can be traced back to something as simple as being dehydrated. Mild dehydration can cause headaches, but drinking a few glasses of water can usually fix the problem right away.
Blueberries
When there is an imbalance of reactive oxygen in a person's bloodstream, they may get headaches as a result of oxidative stress. Consuming meals high in antioxidants can help to remedy this. This includes a variety of fruits, such as strawberries, kiwis, and blueberries.
Almonds
Magnesium can also be a fantastic natural headache remedy. For patients who suffer from regular migraines, some doctors even suggest taking magnesium supplements, but the substance can also be present in food.
Along with beans and other green vegetables, almonds are regarded as a top source of magnesium.
Do NOT consume…
Soda, deli meat, and avocado
Similar to fatigue and restlessness, highly processed foods and sweetened foods, such as soda, cookies and cake can cause headaches.
Because of the curing process that deli meats go through, they are frequently mentioned as foods to stay away from when trying to manage migraines.
Avocados are similarly high in magnesium, although many people experience headaches after eating them. When an avocado gets too ripe, it often contains a chemical called tyramine. Sometimes, the chemical can be difficult for the body to break down, which causes headaches in some people.
Overripe bananas may also have high tyramine levels.
Magnesium-rich avocados can combat stress, and olive oil and fish products can raise serotonin and reduce anxiety. Credit: Daily Mail.
Feeling down, overwhelmed, and stressed out? Consume…
Avocados
Yes, we know they have chemicals that can give you a headache, but we can't deny that avocados are also rich in magnesium.
Magnesium has been shown to be an effective stress reliever. Preventing the release of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, it can make the user feel calm and at ease.
Olive oil
You can further reduce your stress levels by adding a little olive oil to whatever you eat. Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, found in abundance in the staple food of Mediterranean diets, increase levels of the happy hormone serotonin in the brain.
Fatty acids can also be found in abundance in salmon and walnuts, amongst other foods.
Oysters
Oysters may be used by some doctors in place of anti-anxiety medicines. This is due to vitamin B12, which is abundant in shellfish and which can help the brain and nervous system work better as well as combat stress, anxiety, and depression.
Do NOT consume…
Alcohol, coffee, and soda
Experts say that if you want to avoid stress throughout the day, you shouldn't eat or drink too much caffeine or sugar. Both raise cortisol levels, which is the hormone that makes you feel stressed.
They are also addictive, which means that if a person uses them too much or for too long, they will have stressful cravings for more.
Anti-inflammatory foods can help lessen joint and back pain. Some examples are salmon (a good source of omega-3 fatty acids), almonds (a good source of potassium), and cabbage (a good source of glutamine). Credit: Daily Mail.
Painful back and joints? Consume…
Salmon
Most back and joint pain, especially in middle-aged and older people, is caused by nerve and tissue inflammation in the area where the pain is felt.
Experts say that anti-inflammatory foods can help prevent these kinds of problems. Fatty acids are a simple way to avoid back and joint pain, as well as many other kinds of pain.
Foods with Omega 3 acids, such as salmon and olive oil, create metabolites that reduce inflammation.
Almonds
Potassium has also been recommended for preventing inflammation. The substance can improve the condition of the nerves and cells, which reduces certain inflammation.
Almonds, cashews, and other nuts, as well as many fruits and vegetables, can be great dietary sources of potassium.
Cabbage
Glutamine is another amino acid that can help reduce inflammation. It is the amino acid that the body has the most of.
Even though the body makes a lot of it on its own, glutamine-rich foods like cabbage, eggs, milk, and beans can give you that extra boost you need to fight back and joint pain.
Do NOT consume…
Soda, red meat, and processed food such as chips
Like a lot of other problems, the joint and back pain that a lot of people experience every day can be caused by eating too many sugary and processed foods. Soda and hot chips are often linked to an inflammatory condition.
Red meat consumption in excess can also be risky. Studies have shown that people who eat a lot of red meat tend to have high levels of markers of inflammation like interleukin-6 and homocysteine.
Members, there you have it! These foods aren't just tasty and utterly delicious; by including them in our regular diet, we can also reap their benefits.
Now you know that if you're ever experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, you might want to check the kitchen first before reaching for the medicine cabinet!
Are there other healthy foods you want to add to the list? Let us know in the comments below!
However, some food can also provide benefits more quickly and may be able to ease common health issues, such as migraines and sleeplessness.
Lisa Sasson, a registered dietitian at New York University, claims that people may often improve their health simply by making certain adjustments to their diet.
Here are some of the healthful foods she recommends!
A healthy boost of energy can come from eating a handful of nuts, which have protein and carbs, or fruit which is high in potassium. Credit: Daily Mail.
Feeling tired and restless? Consume…
Water
Exhaustion from dehydration is often extreme. Lack of water causes the internal systems of the body to work harder, which consumes more energy because water serves as a natural lubricant for bodily processes.
Nuts
Carbohydrate-rich foods can also be a good way to get energy. When the body breaks down carbs, glucose is made. Glucose is the main source of energy for many organs, as well as cells and tissue that work inside the body.
You can get your carbs from nuts, and they're good for you. Nuts such as cashews, almonds, and pistachios have been touted by experts as a fast way to increase energy levels.
Bananas
It has been shown that potassium intake can improve hydration levels. The element is an electrolyte that can give you a lot of the same benefits as a sports drink, but without the sugar and processing that can slow you down and expose you to chemicals you don't need.
Fruits like bananas, oranges, tomatoes, and avocados are all great options for getting your daily dose of potassium.
Do NOT consume…
Fast food, lollies, and too much sugar
Too much sugar consumption might have the opposite effect on a person. The substance can stop the brain from making a chemical called orexin, which makes the brain feel more alert.
The same thing can happen with refined carbs, which are often found in processed foods.
Because of this, Dr Sasson says that you shouldn't eat sweets like cookies and lollies throughout the day. She also says that people who are worried about their energy levels should avoid highly processed fast food.
Fatty acids in fish and antioxidants in kiwi fruit and blueberries can aid with sleep issues. Credit: Daily Mail.
Trouble sleeping? Consume…
Kiwi
According to studies, fruits like kiwis contain antioxidants that can help people fall asleep more quickly and remain asleep longer. They can also help reduce stress.
Milk
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the brain to control its internal 24-hour clock, and it can be found in cow's milk. Drinking a glass before bedtime may prove to be helpful!
Salmon
Many fish, including salmon, include fatty acids that encourage the body to produce melatonin naturally, improving the quality and ease of sleep.
Do NOT consume…
Coffee, alcohol, and sugary treats
A person's ability to sleep at night may be negatively affected if they consume too much coffee throughout the day, especially if they are sensitive to the stimulant. The same thing may happen to people who eat too much sugar right before bed.
Contrary to what most people think, alcohol can also make someone tired quickly and cause a crash, but the liver needs to break it down first. This could make a person wake up again in a few hours, preventing them from getting enough rest.
Many migraines can be gone with just a glass of water. Antioxidants and foods high in magnesium are also known to stop headaches. Credit: Daily Mail.
Is your head hurting? Consume…
Water
Many people's headaches can be traced back to something as simple as being dehydrated. Mild dehydration can cause headaches, but drinking a few glasses of water can usually fix the problem right away.
Blueberries
When there is an imbalance of reactive oxygen in a person's bloodstream, they may get headaches as a result of oxidative stress. Consuming meals high in antioxidants can help to remedy this. This includes a variety of fruits, such as strawberries, kiwis, and blueberries.
Almonds
Magnesium can also be a fantastic natural headache remedy. For patients who suffer from regular migraines, some doctors even suggest taking magnesium supplements, but the substance can also be present in food.
Along with beans and other green vegetables, almonds are regarded as a top source of magnesium.
Do NOT consume…
Soda, deli meat, and avocado
Similar to fatigue and restlessness, highly processed foods and sweetened foods, such as soda, cookies and cake can cause headaches.
Because of the curing process that deli meats go through, they are frequently mentioned as foods to stay away from when trying to manage migraines.
Avocados are similarly high in magnesium, although many people experience headaches after eating them. When an avocado gets too ripe, it often contains a chemical called tyramine. Sometimes, the chemical can be difficult for the body to break down, which causes headaches in some people.
Overripe bananas may also have high tyramine levels.
Magnesium-rich avocados can combat stress, and olive oil and fish products can raise serotonin and reduce anxiety. Credit: Daily Mail.
Feeling down, overwhelmed, and stressed out? Consume…
Avocados
Yes, we know they have chemicals that can give you a headache, but we can't deny that avocados are also rich in magnesium.
Magnesium has been shown to be an effective stress reliever. Preventing the release of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, it can make the user feel calm and at ease.
Olive oil
You can further reduce your stress levels by adding a little olive oil to whatever you eat. Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, found in abundance in the staple food of Mediterranean diets, increase levels of the happy hormone serotonin in the brain.
Fatty acids can also be found in abundance in salmon and walnuts, amongst other foods.
Oysters
Oysters may be used by some doctors in place of anti-anxiety medicines. This is due to vitamin B12, which is abundant in shellfish and which can help the brain and nervous system work better as well as combat stress, anxiety, and depression.
Do NOT consume…
Alcohol, coffee, and soda
Experts say that if you want to avoid stress throughout the day, you shouldn't eat or drink too much caffeine or sugar. Both raise cortisol levels, which is the hormone that makes you feel stressed.
They are also addictive, which means that if a person uses them too much or for too long, they will have stressful cravings for more.
Anti-inflammatory foods can help lessen joint and back pain. Some examples are salmon (a good source of omega-3 fatty acids), almonds (a good source of potassium), and cabbage (a good source of glutamine). Credit: Daily Mail.
Painful back and joints? Consume…
Salmon
Most back and joint pain, especially in middle-aged and older people, is caused by nerve and tissue inflammation in the area where the pain is felt.
Experts say that anti-inflammatory foods can help prevent these kinds of problems. Fatty acids are a simple way to avoid back and joint pain, as well as many other kinds of pain.
Foods with Omega 3 acids, such as salmon and olive oil, create metabolites that reduce inflammation.
Almonds
Potassium has also been recommended for preventing inflammation. The substance can improve the condition of the nerves and cells, which reduces certain inflammation.
Almonds, cashews, and other nuts, as well as many fruits and vegetables, can be great dietary sources of potassium.
Cabbage
Glutamine is another amino acid that can help reduce inflammation. It is the amino acid that the body has the most of.
Even though the body makes a lot of it on its own, glutamine-rich foods like cabbage, eggs, milk, and beans can give you that extra boost you need to fight back and joint pain.
Do NOT consume…
Soda, red meat, and processed food such as chips
Like a lot of other problems, the joint and back pain that a lot of people experience every day can be caused by eating too many sugary and processed foods. Soda and hot chips are often linked to an inflammatory condition.
Red meat consumption in excess can also be risky. Studies have shown that people who eat a lot of red meat tend to have high levels of markers of inflammation like interleukin-6 and homocysteine.
Members, there you have it! These foods aren't just tasty and utterly delicious; by including them in our regular diet, we can also reap their benefits.
Now you know that if you're ever experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, you might want to check the kitchen first before reaching for the medicine cabinet!
Are there other healthy foods you want to add to the list? Let us know in the comments below!
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