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Sesame seeds are a rich source of the amino acid tyrosine, which is used to produce dopamine , a neurotransmitter responsible for keeping the brain alert and memory sharp. Black sesame seeds may help with stress relief due to their high levels of magnesium and calcium, as well as their content of tryptophan , an amino acid that helps produce serotonin . Black sesame seeds contain magnesium, a mineral that plays a crucial role in relaxing blood vessels and reducing stress. You can even use sesame seed oil to massage to reduce headache. Including magnesium-rich foods like black sesame seeds in your diet can contribute to a sense of calm and relaxation . Tryptophan:  Black sesame seeds contain Tryptophan which is an  amino acid that helps produce serotonin, which can help you feel calm and relaxed, and improve your mood and sleep.  Antioxidants: Black sesame seeds contain antioxidants like sesamin, sesamolin, and sesamol, which can help reduce oxidative stress . Oxidativ...

Honey is a brown, sticky, sugar-saturated solution made by bees. Honey bees or forage bees collect nectar from flowers and add some enzymes to the nectar. Honey may help with stress, depression, and anxiety because it contains compounds that can reduce inflammation in the brain, support a healthy nervous system, improve cognition, and increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. Studies suggest that honey might offer antidepressant , anticonvulsant and anti-anxiety benefits. Most ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese, Mayans, Romans, and Babylonians, used honey both for nutritional purposes and for its medicinal properties. BEST TIME TO TAKE HONEY  Usually the doctors recommend honey to be taken empty stomach early in the morning as it gives an instant kick and energy boost which is enough to counter an entire day. Many people believe that one of the benefits of honey in the morning is detoxification . Those foods with high hot potency pro...

Serotonin is a naturally occurring monoamine neurotransmitter that carries signals between nerve cells throughout your body. Serotonin is a chemical messenger that affects wellbeing and happiness. Serotonin, a hormone and neurotransmitter, is commonly known as the happy chemical.  Serotonin appears to play a role in regulating mood, sleep, digestion, nausea, wound healing, bone health, blood clotting and sexual desire.  Serotonin help with overthinking. Serotonin also reduces moods swings and makes you happier in the long run.  When serotonin is at normal levels, you feel more focused, emotionally stable, happier and calmer.  Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression .  Serotonin helps regulate the body's internal clock, including the ability to feel sleepy, remain asleep, enter rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, and wake in the morning. People with chronic insomnia , unusual sleep patterns, chronic fatigue, or consistently vivid dreams may have seroto...

Cow Ghee is a type of clarified butter, originating from India. It is commonly used for cooking, as a traditional medicine, and for religious rituals.  Cow Ghee  contains the amino acid tryptophan which promotes relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety.  It also contains antioxidants that help to protect against the damaging effects of stress.  Cow Ghee  helps to improve the quality of your sleep.  In the scriptures  Cow Ghee  has been equated to gold.  It is one of the most sattvic foods and regular consumption of  Cow Ghee  leads to a reduction in stress and anxiety levels.  Anxiety is a sad reality of today’s time that has plagued a number of us in a variety of different ways. Most of the people don’t even realize they have anxiety or don’t take corrective measures until it amplifies and gets out of control.  Ayurveda believes that a lot of mental health or anxiety disorders can be helped by intake or application ...

Eating just half a cup of walnuts reduced stress, anxiety and depression. There are several nutrients in walnuts that could be responsible for the reduced risk of depression and improved mood.  The polyphenols in walnuts can help fight oxidative stress and inflammation.  Walnuts are known to lessen the symptoms of depression, as they are the richest plant-based omega-3 fatty acids.  Walnuts are different from other tree nuts because of their greater antioxidant capacity, polyphenols and ALA content.  Consuming a handful of walnuts reduces cortisol levels related to stress, especially in hypertensive people. Bedtime is a great time to eat walnuts because they have numerous compounds that are tied to healthy sleep patterns.  Magnesium is an essential mineral that helps your body relax, improving sleep quality .  Walnuts may help improve your shut-eye as they have high magnesium content. A 1-ounce serving contains 11% of your daily magnesium requirement. ...

Butterfly pea has been used for reducing stress and anxiety from ancient times. Drinking blue tea will help you feel relaxed and get a good night's rest. Butterfly pea tea or blue tea is an herbal drink that is very popular in Thailand. Butterfly pea tea contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which can help to promote the production of the sleep hormone melatonin. Drinking blue tea before bed can help you to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Shankhpushpi in hindi or Butterfly pea (Clitoria Ternatea) in English, is called 'Medhya Rasayana' in Ayurveda - meaning a drug which rejuvenates, maintains and potentiates intellect and memory. It is also known as Asian pigeonwings or cordofan pea.  Butterfly pea is a crawler type of plant. Mostly Butterfly pea varies in color like blue, pink,  purple and white also. Butterfly pea  also helps improve brain function and memory. Blue Pea flower tea is rich in melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep cycles. Drinking a cup ...

Superfood for a better mood, everybody's favorite! CHOCOLATESSSSS. Apart from being one of the most popular gifts during Valentine’s week, chocolates can actually help reduce your stress and anxiety levels.  Chocolate contains compounds that stimulate the same receptors in the brain as those triggered by marijuana. Yes you heard it right!  Research shows that eating chocolate really does make you feel good, positively impacting stress levels, memory and mood.  S o it's not your imagination - eating chocolate is an effective way to unwind and relax.   Eating Dark Chocolate releases Phenylethylamine and  Serotonin ,  the combination of the increased levels of these chemicals induce feelings of love . Scientists have found that eating medium-sized bar of dark chocolate (40 grams) per day for two weeks can reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol.  Chocolate contains a stimulant called phenethylamine (PEA). PEA also occurs naturally in the brain, and ...