What are the foods that make people happy?

A lot of people today are looking for ways to be happy without wanting to gain any more weight. But, how can that just be possible? Can chocolates and cakes increase happiness without getting us an increase in weight?

Yes, it is true that ice-cream, chocolate, cakes, and sugar make people happy, but these types of foods are unhealthy. It is true that chocolate enhances your endorphin levels because of it being high in phenylethylamine and stimulates your mood because of caffeine and theobromine. Chocolate is high in sugar, unhealthy carbohydrates and saturated fat content. They are low in vitamins and minerals. Regular consumption of chocolate means an increase of calorie intake which helps you gain weight easily. They also dilate brain vessels which triggers headaches and migraines.

Here are top 20 foods that make people happy and have a better mood:

1. Coconut

Also known as the miracle fruit does a lot for our body. They help avoid depression and promote better moods and general brain-health.

2. Green Beans

They increase happiness and make sure you stay satisfied. It has magnesium that lowers depression. Green vegetables can really make you feel good about yourself.

3. Spinach

It is rich in iron and folic acid that helps you avoid feeling sleepy. It is an incredible vegetable rich with vitamin B.

4. Grapefruit

They are needed for oxygen delivery to the brain and are very rich in folic acid.

5. Sunflower seeds

They are rich in selenium which makes people feel better. They are also a source of fiber and protein.

6. Sesame seeds

They are rich in a source of nutrient called threonine which helps you avoid getting depressed. It is also a great source of fiber and protein.

7. Tuna Fish and Salmon

They are high in Omega 3 fatty acids that are good for our health. Deficiency in vitamin B6 can cause depression and mood swings. They also cause in a loss of sexual drive.

8. Oranges

They help breakdown fat and cholesterol.  Eating oranges helps you have fewer mood shifts and feelings of depressions.

9. Cauliflower

This is a spirit raising vitamin because of it being high in vitamin C.

10. Tofu and Soybeans

They boost your levels up because of its tytophan which is one of the 20 amino acids

Additional Foods:

1. Blueberries

2. Nuts

3. Cherry

4. Chicken

5. Pumpkin

6. Banana


By Brian Musial

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