Foods, chemical reactions, smiles; what is the link between these factors? It could be explained through a simple concept: in the stomach we have the brain.
The intestine is called "second brain" and is the reservoir of emotions. It follows that one can also eat according to the dictates of a strict, careful, studied diet, but if our organism suffers, it does not express itself to its maximum, according to its natural tendency, if we do not live relationships and affections well, here is that the diet becomes another cage.
However, if the firm intention is the sacred one of feeling good in one's body, it is possible to put on the shopping list some foods that support good humor . Let's see them together.
Smile and serotonin
But how can certain foods trigger good humor or contribute to making us smile again?
It depends on substances capable of acting on neurotransmitters: they are real "ambassadors" who make the relay between the brain and the nervous system. We are talking about serotonin and dopamine play a key role in determining moods. If we are hiding, our ability to manage anxiety and stress and to feel positive emotions is also scarce.
A small, precious suggestion: the excess at the table is the enemy of a smile, in any situation, in any case, even in those of lucky fast metabolisms. Never forget that listening to oneself also involves the ways in which foods are consumed. There is no reason to omit the messages that the body sends us.
What is comfort food?
Foods of the good mood diet
Let's start with three foods rich in vitamin B12:
Beans and grass peas
The first ones are of blood circulation, cardiac apparatus. They are very nutritious and, rich in vitamins A, B, C, and E, also contain minerals and oligominerals, such as potassium, iron, calcium, zinc and phosphorus. Being legumes, beans are rich in lecithin, a phospholipid that promotes the emulsion of fats, preventing their accumulation in the blood and consequently reducing the cholesterol level. If you fear the flutiness flavor them with a pinch of satureja (or savory, it is an aromatic herb widely used in cooking, it belongs to the same family as mint) or a teaspoon of ground ginger.
The healing power of legumes is extraordinary. Like beans they are tonic and energetic, as are chickpeas, lentils and grass peas . The grass peas are low in fat and very energetic, but better not to consume them in large quantities because of the latirina, a toxin.
Chicken
For non-vegans and non-vegetarians. We are always keen to point out that a diet that is not too rich in animal protein is essential. Chicken meat, like turkey meat, seems to be a panacea for increasing the level of dopamine .
broccoli
Broccoli is rich in mineral salts such as, especially calcium, iron, phosphorus, and potassium. They also contain vitamin C (essential to prevent a whole series of diseases ranging from heart disease to osteoporosis), vitamin B1 and B2, dietary fiber (for which they are indicated in the case of constipation) and sulforaphane, a substance that prevents growth of cancer cells, also prevents the process of cell division resulting in apoptosis (cell death) and performs a protective action against intestinal, lung and breast tumors. Very useful in eliminating waste, in supporting mood, they help reduce the risk of cataracts and protect against stroke .
Basil
Aromatic herb that has extraordinary healing power and a fruit rich in properties: we could easily define basil as the great friend of the nervous system. In fact, it affects the balance of neuroreceptors involved in the transmission of nerve impulses.
If you want to get into the world of aromatherapy, keep in mind that even the essential oil of basil preserves and enhances its properties; antiseptic, acts against headaches and exhaustion. It can be used for environmental diffusion, for a toning bath or soothing ointment.
Kiwi
Kiwis , rich in vitamin C, reduce the amount of cortisol in the blood, also called "stress hormone". This multivitamin fruit has extraordinary powers and acts immediately on mood, maintains a healthy state of skin and mucous membranes, regulates blood pressure, reduces cholesterol, fat and blood sugar levels.
