Read it on the blog:<br />https://www.thekewlshop.com/blogs/news/food-and-life-can-you-eat-yourself-happier<br /><br />Can we eat ourselves happier? Yes, there is evidence that what we eat has an impact on our mental health and moods.<br /><br />However, the food that we often eat to boost our mood is not always the type that makes us happier.<br /><br />Chocolates, ice creams, candy bars, or savory comfort options are highly processed and calorie-dense. <br /><br />They don't give us the nourishment we need, which means we're not getting happier, only unhealthier.<br /><br />And they often leave us feeling guilty. <br /><br />Years of consuming a poor diet can be very harmful to our physical and our mental health.<br /><br />The Gut-happiness Connection<br /><br />Surprisingly, a lot of our mental issues originate from the gut. We know that problems with our stomach can lead to anxiety and mental anguish.<br /><br />When we don't take care of our gut microbes, we allow all kinds of harmful pathogens to enter our bodies.<br /><br />And this makes us feel all kinds of unhappy – ill, moody, tired, irritable, and overall, rather unhealthy.<br /><br />Here are the things we can do to keep our gut, and consequently our bodies and minds, happy.<br /><br />First - What not to eat<br /><br />Here's a brief list of the foods you should try to avoid, or at least limit their intake:<br /><br />Saturated fats – found in fast foods, snacks, and items you know are not right for you but still eat because they taste good.<br /><br />Added sugar – found in beverages and plenty of snacks, most often artificial sweeteners.<br /><br />Processed cereals – like white bread and refined breakfast cereals.<br /><br />Processed meats – such as salami and processed sausages.<br /><br />Excessive alcohol – try to limit your alcohol intake to a reasonable amount.<br /><br />Here's what to eat more of:<br /><br />Carbs - There's nothing wrong with carbs; they are the fuel that our body turns into glucose, which is what we mostly run on.<br /><br />But aim for carbs that provide a slow, steady burn, those with a low glycemic index such as:<br /><br />Fresh fruit, legumes, sweet potato, rolled oats, wholegrain bread, milk, and yogurt.<br /><br />Healthy fats - Fats are not the devil. Our body needs fat to survive. However, eat the right kind. <br /><br />Focus on eating more omega-3 fatty acids, like, fish such as sardines, tuna, anchovies, salmon, and herring.<br /><br />Also, add these healthy-eating treats to your diet:<br /><br />Berries, rich in antioxidants and magnesium, essential for sleep and lowering your stress levels. <br /><br />Chilies, contain a substance called capsaicin, which causes your body to release good-feeling endorphins.<br /><br />Vanilla, but it has to be real vanilla. Vanilla boosts endorphin release putting you in a more relaxed mood. <br /><br />Dark chocolate, because it triggers the release of serotonin, a feel-good hormone.<br /><br />Eggs are rich in nourishment. They keep your blood sugar levels stable and provide a nourishing meal. <br /><br />Oats because it keeps you energized and won't upset your glucose levels. But only unprocessed rolled oats with no added sugar.<br /><br />Brazil nuts, almonds, walnuts are full of healthy fats and protein. But they are al
