Sip, Bite, and Nosh to Relax in a Jiffy!

Stress seems to be a permanent fixture in our lives. There are so many things that vie for our attention. You are constantly in flight or fight mode. You may constantly think of your emails that are marked urgent that needs your attention, you may have a project deadline to submit by the end of the day, or you may receive a frantic call from a friend in need who wants you to help him over a particular matter.

These could increase your stress levels and nervousness if you do not exactly know what to do about it. However, food can be a great savior in this case. Yes, you read that right. Several foods can help you chill and gain your focus.

Sip on Green Tea

We have heard many things read benefits of this miracle tea. Not only does this antioxidant-rich tea help you lose extra weight, but it can also aid in diseases prevention. While we don’t know whether it can help you achieve your weight loss goals, this herbal tonic contains L-Theanine, a chemical that can control your body’s stress responses. You may not have heard about this, but just staring at a mug of the green liquid may make you feel relaxed, too, because of the earthy green color.

Munch on Some Chocolate

When we think of chocolates, we think of the dark gooey dark compound that is overly sweet, and you cannot stop at one piece. Very few people can resist chocolate, but we are talking about a different chocolate here, the darker, bitter variety that may not be sweet enough. However, they can be one of the best ways to nix stress in an instant. There are so many ways that it helps to hit the sweet spot despite it being not too sweet. It helps that it also boost brain health. All, in all the perfect accompaniment for fixing bad moods and stressful situations.

Honey, the Elixir in More Ways Than One

This sweet amber elixir is full of antioxidants, fights many health conditions such as anxiety, fights off depression, and protects the brain. You can sweeten your beverages with a dash of honey, or you can grab a spoon and eat it straight from the jar. Honey can instantly uplift your mood and can even provide a quick energy boost. This is one of the healthiest natural sweeteners that promises tons of benefits, especially if you select the raw, organic variety, which is just honey, and nothing else, no antibiotics, no preservatives, and nothing artificial in it.

Bite Into a Juicy Mango

We all know how relaxing is lavender. Take a break to peel, slice, take in the aroma, and bite into a juicy mango. Mangos contain a compound known as linalool, the main ingredient that is also part of lavender essential oil.

It is one of the most effective essential oils that can reduce stress and anxiety. The next time you want to relax, slice a few mangoes and see how the taste and the entire experience fill up your senses and start making you feel better. Stress certainly can take a hike as you eat a few mangoes.

Chew on Some Chewing Gum

When you are stuck in the middle of annoying traffic, frantically cleaning the house before the big party in your house, chew on some gum and beat the stress in an easy and fun way. It can also boost your mood and productivity.

The Crunching Therapy

Don’t clench your jaw in agony or stress, but try to crunch your jaw instead. There are various ways to make your jaw to good use. Things like a trail mix, an apple, or even some celery sticks can give you a good old satisfying crunch and stop you from feeling too stressed out. As you chew and crunch, you may start the feeling of relaxation sweeping over you.

Have you tried crunch therapy or the nosh technique to relax your stressed self? Did they help you relax? Don’t forget to try them all and let us know whether they helped you relax and rejuvenate you. Don’t forget to write to us and tell us how it impacted you?