Sunflower Seeds: These little seeds are a rich source of folate and magnesium which are both important nutrients when it comes to regulating mood.
Whole grains: Brown rice, oatmeal and whole-grain bread contain the mineral selenium which works like an antioxidant and may improve symptoms of depression. Oxidative stress in the brain has been assoicated with depression in older people. In one study (reported at WebMD.com) an evaluation of depression scores of elderly individuals showed that those who supplemented their diet with 200 micrograms of selenium a day had greater amounts of the mineral in their blood and a significant reduction of symptoms of depression compared to those taking a placebo. Nuts and seeds, beans and legumes, and dairy foods contain significant amounts of selenium.
Spinach combined with chicken or salmon: Together these foods combine to provide a rich source of the vitamins folate (spinach) and B12 (chicken and salmon). Working together, these two nutrients help to prevent disorders of the central nervous system as well as dementia and mood disorders.
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About Me
- Deborah K. Hanula
- Deborah K. Hanula has a year of Journalism training from Humber College, a Political Science degree from the University of Waterloo, and a Law degree from the University of British Columbia. In addition, she has Diplomas in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Child Psychology, and Psychotherapy and Counselling as well as a Family Life Educator and Coach Certificate and Certificates in Reflexology, Assertiveness Training, and Mindfulness Meditation. She is the author of five cookbooks, primarily concerned with gluten-free and dairy-free diets, although one pertains to chocolate. As an adult, in the past she worked primarily as a lawyer, but also as a university and college lecturer, a tutor, editor, writer, counsellor, researcher and piano teacher. She enjoys a multi-faceted approach when it comes to life, work and study, in order to keep things fresh and interesting. Check out her new book: A Murder of Crows & Other Poems (2023).
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