Bad day? Eat this. These surprisingly delicious food favorites are packed with particular vitamins and nutrients that can actually help your body handle anxiety and stress. Not to mention, they’re way healthier than reaching for the ice cream or potato chips on a bad day! So stock up your fridge with a couple of these items and start getting healthy on the tough days!

 
raspberries

 

 

 

 

 

 

Raspberries Low calorie, packed with immune system boosters such as Vitamin C, and contain stress busting antioxidants! This deliciously sweet  fruit is awesome at breakfast, or throughout the day as a mid afternoon snack.

 

asparagus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Asparagus Low levels of folic acid has been linked to stress and depression, and this hearty vegetable boosts that mood enhancing nutrient. Whether it’s grilled as a dinner side or sautéed in an omelet, be sure to include this is your meals weekly.

 

Porridge with berries (1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oatmeal Fiber-packed and gives you an instant lift to overcome stress. Oatmeal actually contributes to the production of the “feel-good” chemical in our bodies called serotonin.

 

Salmon

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salmon This fish is a great source of omega 3 fatty acids which help keep adrenaline and cortisol levels down when you’re starting to tense up. Standard recommendations are to consume 4 ounces at least 3 times per week for ultimate heart health.