The therapist named the best snacks for a good mood

It is possible to maintain a positive mood and stabilize the emotional background even with the help of small changes in the diet. Dmitry Stepanov, a gestalt therapist and psychologist, told Gazeta about this on Tuesday, April 15.Ru».

For example, the expert recommends that those who want to improve their mental and physical condition include different types of nuts in their diet. Walnuts, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, reduce irritability, and almonds, rich in vitamins B2 and E, help to normalize muscle tone.

According to the psychologist, nuts work as natural mood regulators. Due to their high magnesium content, they improve concentration throughout the day and help maintain emotional stability, Stepanov noted.

Another way to improve well—being is sweet snacks, the source said.

"Chocolate contains theobromine, which stimulates cardiac activity and dilates blood vessels, improving blood circulation. It increases mental and physical activity, and also gives a feeling of vivacity," said the gestalt therapist.

In addition, the specialist pointed out that tryptophan, contained in chocolate and necessary for the production of serotonin, can only be obtained from food.

Stepanov believes that a chocolate bar is the best option for a quick charge of energy. For example, it is suitable as a snack before training: milk chocolate and toppings contain sugar and carbohydrates, which are easily digested, giving a feeling of fullness and increasing productivity during training.

At the same time, the psychologist clarified that it is better to eat a bar not right before a workout, but 30-60 minutes before it, so that the body has time to digest carbohydrates and convert them into energy for effective work.

In conclusion, the Gestalt therapist emphasized the importance of conscious chocolate consumption. According to him, in order to get the maximum benefit, you need to take into account its caloric content as part of the overall diet.

The expert called for combining eating candy bars with outdoor walks, moderate physical activity and good rest.

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Earlier, on April 11, therapist, nutritionist, nutritionist Maria Chernyaeva warned that ketchup with mayonnaise is the most dangerous mixture to eat. So, she said that the calorie content of ketchups and tomato sauces depends on the composition. The shorter it is, the fewer carbohydrates, and, consequently, the calorie content. One tablespoon of ketchup can contain up to 4 grams of carbohydrates due to the large amount of sugar.