Nutrition and Sobriety

This is such an important but often overlooked subject. Having proper nutrition not only is good for the body but it is also good for the mind. Being able to feel healthy and have a clear mind with balanced emotions gives the future version of you the very best chance to stay sober long term. We believe that if more people had access to good nutrition and knowledge about what the body needs staying sober would be a lot easier for a lot of people

Here are a few examples of food choices that can help

Mood Boosting

Coffee

Early sobriety and coffee usually go hand in hand but did you know there is health benefits? Coffee provides numerous compounds, including caffeine and chlorogenic acid, that may boost your mood. Research suggests that decaf coffee may even have an effect.

Lower risk of depression

Fatty Fish

Fatty fish like salmon are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which may lower your risk of depression.

help keep your blood sugar levels and mood stable

Bananas

Bananas are high in vitamin B6, which helps synthesize feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. When paired with fiber, sugar is released slowly into your bloodstream, allowing for stable blood sugar levels and better mood control. Blood sugar levels that are too low may lead to irritability and mood swings

may increase feel-good chemicals in your brain.

Dark Chocolate

Chocolate is rich in many mood-boosting compounds. it’s high in health-promoting flavonoids, which have been shown to increase blood flow to your brain, reduce inflammation, and boost brain health, all of which may support mood regulation.

Combat stress and depression

Berries

Berries pack a wide range of antioxidants and phenolic compounds, which play a key role in combatting oxidative stress, They are rich in disease-fighting anthocyanins, which may lower your risk of depression.

This is only the beginning

There are countless healthy and natural ways to heal your body from the inside out.

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