you could sip your way to a better mood.
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Can you drink your way to a better mood?
(And no, a glass of wine isn’t among them!)
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(And bonus: Many of these mood-boosting nutrients can benefit your health in other ways, too.)
“It also contains a moderate amount of caffeine, which can improve alertness and mood.”
Kefir
This fermented yogurt-like drink can be a perfect little mood booster.
“The gut-brain axis plays a crucial role in mood regulation,” Susie says.
“Probiotic-rich drinks like kefir may enhance gut microbiota diversity, which is linked to improved mental health.”
“It also boosts serotonin levels, contributing to a better mood.”
“Herbal teas contain bioactive compounds that promote relaxation and reduce stress.
Chamomile, in particular, has been studied for its anxiolytic effects.”
And it’s the caffeine it contains.
In fact, a large study showed that moderate coffee drinking can reduce your risk of depression.
Don’t go overboard with your coffee consumption, as that can leave you feeling anxious and jittery.
Coffee, caffeine, and risk of depression among women.
2011 Sep 26;171(17):1571-8. doi: 10.1001/archinternmed.2011.393.
PMID: 21949167; PMCID: PMC3296361.
