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10 Foods that Boost Your Mood

Mar 12, 2013 at 4:00am by Vanessa Lachey

We all have those days… Feeling a little down, kind of slow, not enough energy and just needing a little boost to help us out.  Well, instead of going for something artificial to raise your spirits, all you have to do is take a peek through your fridge.  Yup… FOOD can actually give you that little boost for your mood.  Click through the slideshow below to see 10 foods that have a positive effect on our mind and body…

Do you have any recipes that include any of these foods?  Share them in the comments below!

Xx,
Vanessa

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1. Dark Chocolate

This is obviously at the top of my list because I love knowing that giving into my sweet tooth can actually be beneficial. Dark Chocolate contains tryptophan, which increases serotonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter) in the brain, lifting our moods and reducing depression. But be wary! Too much sugar can have a negative effect…enjoy your chocolate in moderation.

source: Everyday Health
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    • Natasha Roca
      Natasha Roca
      Mar 20, 2013 at 5:09pm
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      my family and l love salmon its only once or twice a week l know its very expensive but its a good healthy for omega 3 to 6 and help a good heart too diet !! l use to cook for salmon seasoning spice for any salmon or fish alike Cod or etc !
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    • Karen
      Karen
      Mar 12, 2013 at 12:16pm
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      Yes, these foods are great for the mind! Some of them have the Omega fats that are extremely crucial! I make different salmon recipes, but these 2 are always a hit:

      Salmon with Maple Syrup

      Salmon fillet
      Bottle of maple syrup
      Some soy sauce, a lot less than maple syrup
      Sliced almonds for topping

      Mix the maple syrup and the soy sauce together. Pour it on top of the salmon. Top the salmon with the almonds.

      Bake covered on 350 for 30 minutes covered and 30 minutes uncovered.

      Delicious! My brother and law calls it the pancake fish.

      Anise Salmon

      Salmon fillet
      Lower sugar orange marmalade
      Salt
      Pepper
      Anise seeds

      Sprinkle the salt and pepper on top of the fish. Spread the marmalade all over the fish. Top with anise seeds (amount to your liking).

      Bake covered on 350 for 30 minutes and uncovered for another 30 minutes.

      If you like sweet salmon, these recipes are great! We don't like fishy tasting salmon in our house!

      Greek Yougurt Breakfast

      1 Chobani plain fat free yogurt
      3/4 cup berries
      3 tablespoons flax seeds
      1 1/2 teaspoons Truvia

      Mix everything together. So healthy and delicious! This is one of my staple breakfasts!
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    • Lizzie Hirschberg
      Lizzie Hirschberg
      Mar 12, 2013 at 11:16am
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      Thank you 4 this info, VANESSA! I use NutriBULLET & mix berries, spinach (or kale), a bit of peanut butter, carrots and a banana & it's the best; I add
      flax seeds after, oh yummmmm!! :-) VANESSA, you were absolutely GRRRR8888888 on E News last night!! Come on, VANESSA FANS, let E News that we want VANESSA as an ON-GOING FILL-IN, let them know NOW!!!! :-) SMILES to Baby Cam! :-) BlessingS to all, Lizzie
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    • rebelandduke
      rebelandduke
      Mar 12, 2013 at 8:30am
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      I love how the picture of spinach was avacados. ;-) A great smoothie is spinach, frozen berries (like Blueberries, strawberries etc) local honey to taste and you can use milk or water. These work GREAT on miagraines and taste fantastic! Sounds gross... but it's really not!
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    • thedoseofreality
      thedoseofreality
      Mar 12, 2013 at 6:09am
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      I wish I could get into dark chocolate, but I honestly can't no matter how hard I try. :(
      http://www.thedoseofreality.com/2013/03/12/arie-excited-we-found-the-next-bachelor/
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