7 Foods to Help Combat Anxiety for Entrepreneurs
1. Chamomile
- A study found that those who consumed chamomile extract for eight weeks saw reduced symptoms of depression & anxiety.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3600408/
2. Salmon
- Salmon contains nutrients that promote brain health, including vitamin D and the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2698592/
https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/finfish-and-shellfish-products/4109/2
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25954194
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2829975/
3. Yogurt
- In one study, anxious individuals who consumed probiotic yogurt daily were better able to cope with stress than those who consumed yogurt without probiotics.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24490888
4. Dark Chocolate
- Dark chocolate contains flavonols, which are antioxidants that could benefit brain function. Flavonols improve blood flow to the brain and promoting its ability to adapt to stressful situations.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3575938/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4696435/
5. Turmeric
- Contains curcumin, a compound that’s studied for its role in promoting brain health and preventing anxiety disorders.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4754352/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2527619/
6. Green Tea
- Green tea contains L-theanine, which is an amino acid that has been studied for the positive effects it may have on brain health and anxiety reduction.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3459493/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3365247/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17182482
7. B Vitamins Bump Up Good Feelings
- Harvard Medical School advises eating foods rich in B vitamins such as: avocado, beef, and almonds in order to help ward off anxious feelings.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/nutritional-strategies-to-ease-anxiety-201604139441
