Event: Job interview
What to eat: Soybeans
If you’ve got a big job interview coming up, it’s easy for nerves to
get the better of you. Fortunately, researchers at McGill University in
Montreal have found that foods containing tryptophan (an essential
amino acid) can give you that confidence boost you need to help things
go well. While there are many good sources of tryptophan such as chicken
and salmon, tryptophan-rich roasted soybeans or edamame beans are a
handy food to snack on prior to your interview.
Woman eating cereal
Event: Exam
What to eat: Breakfast cereal
In the lead up to exams, try eating a healthy diet packed with whole
grains to help give your brain a boost. Whole grain breakfast cereals
are not only a good source of energy to help keep you alert and focused,
they are also a rich source of folate, which can help speed up
information processing and memory recall. While not technically a food,
you could also try popping in some chewing gum prior to your exam, as
research has suggested that chewing on gum can improve test scores and
improve memory by 35%.
Event: First date
What to drink: Chamomile tea
It’s natural to feel anxious before a promising first date, whether
you are worried about making a bad first impression or concerned about
how well you will get on. However, don’t be tempted to get some Dutch
courage; instead, calm your nerves with a soothing chamomile tea
beforehand. The calming effects of chamomile are so powerful that they
have been found to reduce symptoms of mild to moderate generalised
anxiety disorder, making curing pre-date jitters a cinch.
Event: Trying for a baby
What to eat: Oysters
Perhaps the most life-changing event you will ever encounter is
conceiving a child, and if you want to increase your chances of
conception your diet can make all the difference. Oysters are a famous
aphrodisiac due to their high quantities of zinc, which can stimulate
the libido and enhance desire. However, not only can zinc get you in the
mood, it is also essential for the fertility of both women and men. For
women, zinc can prove vital for healthy ovulation and steady egg
production, while in men zinc helps maintain healthy testosterone levels
and is essential for healthy sperm production.
Event: Heated argument
What to eat: Walnuts
While most of the time disagreements can be resolved, serious or
frequent arguments can damage relationships and impact on your
happiness. Rather than living to regret words said in the heat of the
moment, try to defuse an argument by controlling your anger. Research
has shown that Omega-3 deficiency can contribute to aggressive behavior,
while a Japanese study has suggested that zinc may ease anger in women.
To up your intake of both these nutrients, try snacking on walnuts when
you feel your blood start to boil or to help you calm down before
discussing a problem.
Event: Relationship breakdown
What to eat: Oily fish
The breakdown of a relationship can naturally lead to feelings of
depression and negativity which can be hard to shake off. While these
feelings are unavoidable and will take time to get over, to help get
through this difficult time as best as you can try to up your intake of
oily fish such as wild salmon and tuna, which are rich in Omega-3 fatty
acids and vitamin B12, both of which can help to regulate the mood and
ward off depression.
Event: Making big decisions
What to eat: Yoghurt
If you’ve got a big decision to make, whether to do with your
career, relationship, health or finances, it’s important to try to
increase your mental clarity and focus to help you make the right
decision. To help get yourself in the right frame of mind, try snacking
on yoghurt which is rich in iodine and zinc, which can both help boost
mental clarity and brain function. Researchers from Toronto University
also found that the probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus casei found in some
yoghurts can decrease anxiety, helping to put you in a calmer frame of
mind for decision making.
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