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                             MOOD-BOOSTER FOODS

     Get in the better state of mind by choosing foods that are high in phytochemicals (which also have a disease-fighting properties) and nutrients including folate, vitamins B and D, and omega-3. These will help you deal with the trials of everyday anxiety.

GREEN TEA- It contains an amino acid theanine, which has been found to reduce tension and anxiety. Drinking two cups of brewed green tea during the day can promote relaxed alertness.

OATMEAL- fiber rich carbs, particularly oatmeal or whole-wheat or whole grain bread- Increase the feel good chemical serotonin but don't break down easily in your bloodstream as the refined sugar in desserts does. As a result, they don't cause as much of a roller coaster effect as sweets, which give you energy, but then make you lethargic. You can also crunch on fiber-filled carbs that may alleviate tension, such as carrot sticks  or apples.

MIXED NUTS- Peanuts, cashews  and almonds have an impressive amount of selenium, a mineral that's been found to help elevate mood. Other high selenium foods are eggyolks, fish, shellfish and poultry.

FORTIFIED CERIAL- Start your day with a bowl of whole-grain cerial, such as cherries or raisin bran. These are especially good sources of sources of B vitamins including folate, thiamin, B6 and B12, all of which help the brain produce