Diet Tips

Caffeine- Causes the release of adrenaline, thus increasing the level of stress. When taken in moderation, caffeine can increase your alertness, increased activity in the muscles, nervous system and heart. Consuming too much caffeine has the same effect as long term stress.

Alcohol- In moderation, can benefit the cardiovascular system according to studies.

Alcohol stimulates the secretion of adrenaline resulting in the problems such as nervous tension, irritability and insomnia. Excess alcohol will increase the fat deposits in the heart and decrease the immune function. Alcohol also limits the ability of the liver to remove toxins from the body.



Salt-Increases the blood pressure, deplete adrenal glands, and causes emotional instability. Use a salt substitute that has potassium rather than sodium. Read labels on beverages and food to see where salt may be hidden.

Eating more vegetables, can increase your brain's serotonin production. This increase is due to improved absorption of the amino acid L-Tryptophan. (Vegetables contain the natural, safe, form of L Tryptophan.) Meats contain natural L-Tryptophan also, but when you eat meat, the L-Tryptophan has to compete with so many other amino acids for absorption that the L-Tryptophan loses out. The net result is that you get better absorption of L-Tryptophan when you eat vegetables.

Whole grains can also promote the production of the brain neurotransmitter serotonin, which increases your sense of well-being.

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