Can the foods you eat shift your mood as well as stop you feeling hungry? The latest research reveals you can do anything from overcome depression to improve your memory – simply by choosing the right food.
To boost energy levels, choose:
Protein-rich foods: seafood (prawns, fish, scallops, mussels); turkey; low-fat milk or yoghurt.
Foods containing boron: fruit (apples, pears, peaches, grapes); nuts; broccoli; legumes.
To improve your memory, choose:
Foods high in thiamin: wheatgerm; bran; nuts; or fortified cereals.
Foods containing riboflavin: almonds; fortified cereals; milk; or liver.
Foods containing carotene: dark green leafy vegetables; orange fruits or vegetables.
Zinc-rich foods: seafood; legumes; cereals or wholegrains.
WHAT TO AVOID
Saturated animal fat
Butter
Alcohol
Caffeine (including soft drinks)
Over-processed foods
Artificial sweeteners
Foods with excessive amounts of artificial colourings, preservatives or other additives
