Did you know that you can use healthy foods to heal a broken heart? Yes you heard right! The foods below are very effective in making you feel better.
Here are 6 healthy foods to help heal a broken heart:
1. Banana
Bananas are a good source of energy and trytophan that triggers the release of serotonin. Serotonin is a feel-good hormone that improves your mood.
2. Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate is good for the skin, heart and overall health. It also does wonders for the mood due to andamine and other chemicals that help it stay longer in your system.
3. Chili
Chili contains capsaicin, which is what makes it burn. Among its benefits are it is an immune booster, your cardiovascular health and it helps trigger the release of endorphins, that works as a mood-booster and used as a natural painkiller.
4. Fish
Fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which helps keep to keep depression at bay. You can indulge yourself in a glorious Japanese buffet or a platter of sashimi. If fish is not your thing, flax seed and are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids as well.
5. Ice Cream
Choose an ice cream with fewer calories and enjoy your most favorite post-breakup comfort food for at least two reasons. First, milk is good for your health and secondly, it is believed that calories consumed after a breakup burned faster. The last reason may not be entirely true, but a little bit of ice-cream will not hurt.
6. Nuts
Peanuts, hazelnuts, cashews and almonds are rich in B vitamins, which are known for enhancing one’s mood and good for overall health. Munch on them as is or sprinkle them over a homemade yoghurt parfait to feel alive again. Plus you get to imagine the crunch in your teeth as the bones of your ex breaking.
7. Strawberries
Strawberries are rich in flavonoids (antioxidants) and vitamin C, which help keeps the body healthy. You can make strawberry tea to soothe your nerves or as an add-on to your dessert.