5 Anti-Anxiety Recipes That Will Change Your Day

 

5 Anti-Anxiety Recipes That Will Change Your Day

 

Mellow Meals

 

The reason for this is because cooking in general is a calming and therapeutic activity, with many different benefits. It helps us to relax, let go of stress and worries, increases our wellbeing, makes us happier and more able to sleep. In addition to that it offers all the physical and emotional health benefits including lower blood pressure, reduced risk of heart attack & stroke, lowered cholesterol levels etc.

 

Finding oneself with a few spare minutes in the morning can often be difficult as we're faced with office tasks or other household chores; yet one minute can offer so much more by spending it in the kitchen! Here are five recipes that will help you begin your day on a positive note; each person will have their own

This easy, 20-minute recipe for Almond Coconut Crusted Salmon Bites is full of fresh flavors and nutrients. It incorporates the natural omega-3 fatty acids found in wild salmon to promote healthier skin, hair and nails. Turmeric, a key ingredient in Indian cooking has been shown to reduce inflammation and joint pain as well as protect the liver from damage.

 

Butter and finely grated garlic create a rich crust on each bite, while baking powder helps these bites rise with buttery air pockets that will please your taste buds as well as your tummy!

 

A perfect lunch that tastes like an indulgent breakfast!

Quinoa is not only a plant-based whole-grain but one of the healthiest grains out there. Quinoa also contains more protein per serving than any other grain.

 

Quinoa Egg Salad with Grilled Asparagus:

- 1/4 cup cooked quinoa (can add water to cook)

- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled & chopped into cubes or thin slices then mashed with a fork                - 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise       - 1 small clove garlic, minced       - 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice      - salt and pepper to taste            - a dash of red pepper flakes

 

This dish is a perfect alternative to a heavy soup or stew during the winter months. Traditionally served in Japan, miso soup has been used to treat everything from the common cold and flues to indigestion and high blood pressure.

 

Miso is often made from soybeans and provides protein, iron, vitamin B2 and other essential minerals. You can also use wild mushrooms or Chinese cabbage for an extra nutrient boost with your miso!

 

Avocado is a nutrient-rich fruit that contains healthy fats, vitamin E, folate and potassium. It's also one of the few fruits that are considered good sources of fiber.

Mashed avocado makes an excellent replacement for sour cream in this recipe.

A healthy and tasty Mexican dish!