Introduction: When not feeling well, you should drink: Ginseng tea (can be served hot or cold). A Canadian study found that consuming 400mg of ginseng daily can reduce the risk of catching a cold by 25%. Ginseng helps increase key immune cells in the body, which in turn helps kill invading viruses. You should not drink: Caffeinated beverages. Excessive caffeine can disrupt sleep and suppress the immune system, making one more susceptible to colds, upper respiratory infections, and other illnesses. When life is not going well, the body or mind can be damaged. At this time, it is important to treat yourself well, and "dietary repair" is crucial. The US magazine "Women's Health" recently published a review article listing 12 categories of superfoods that can improve mood, health, physical condition, and even sexual quality of life.
1. When under too much stress, you should eat:
1 cup of low-fat yogurt or 2 tablespoons of mixed nuts. Yogurt is one of the best food sources of lysine, and nuts are rich in arginine. Lysine and arginine can reduce your worries.
You should not drink: Carbonated drinks. A study published in the "American Journal of Public Health" found that drinking 2.5 cans of carbonated drinks daily can triple the risk of depression and anxiety.
2. When feeling sad, you should eat:
Spinach salad. Leafy vegetables like beets and spinach are rich in B vitamins, which are beneficial for the production of "feel-good hormones" such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. You should not eat: White chocolate. White chocolate is not considered real chocolate as it does not contain solid cocoa powder. Unlike dark chocolate, white chocolate cannot stimulate the production of "feel-good hormones."
3. When overweight, you should eat:
Grilled chicken breast. Lean poultry protein can provide energy and boost metabolism, satisfying cravings and aiding in weight loss. A high-protein diet also helps build muscle and reduce belly fat. You should not eat: Thick soups and salty snacks. Food that is too salty will make you drink more water, causing the stomach to become a "water balloon." Therefore, salt