10 Foods That Help Anxiety
Helpful Anxiety Food #3: Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds, or pepita, are an edible seed obtained from cultivars of squash or pumpkin. These seeds are usually asymmetrically oval and flat. They are rich in nutrients and calories as they have a high fat content (linolenic and oleic acid), dietary fiber, protein, and other micronutrients. They have also been used as an anti-helminthic in folk medicine by the Native Americans.
Due to their high content of potassium, they also help regulate blood pressure and electrolyte balance. Foods that are rich in potassium can help reduce anxiety. Besides potassium, pumpkin seeds are also a good source of zinc, which have been found to be essential for brain and nerve development. A study involving 100 participants reported that zinc deficiency can negatively affect mood.
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