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Mood-Boosting Foods to Add to Your Diet

Nutritional Options for Enhanced Mood Black Chocolate The phenylethylamines found in dark chocolate have been shown to improve mood (PEAs). Dark chocolate contains compounds that make us feel relaxed and happy. Consumption of dark chocolate has been linked to a decreased risk of depression, according to several number of studies. Blueberries Antioxidants and flavonoids, two classes of phytochemicals thought to boost cognitive performance, are abundant in blueberries. Blueberry extract helped rats retain more information over time, according to a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Salmon Omega-3 fatty acids, found in abundance in salmon, may help lower systemic inflammation. Anxiety and sadness are just two of the many mental diseases that have been related to inflammation. If you eat salmon at least twice a week, it may help you avoid certain diseases. Walnuts Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E, both abundant in walnuts, have been shown to have a benefici...