Foods/Drinks That You Need to Eat in a Certain Conditiona

Do you know that foods and drinks can help us to heal certain condition? And do you know that some foods/drinks that shouldn't be eaten in that condition? Here are some tips about what food that should be eaten in certain condition:

When you're stressed:

In this condition, you should eat low-fat yogurt or mixed nuts. These foods are source of two amino acids (lysine and arginine), which help controlling the stress hormones in our body. Also, sodas should be avoided in this case. A study from the American Journal of Public Health found that people who drink 20 ounces of soda daily are three times more likely to be depressed and anxious, compared with those who drink less.

When you want to increase your metabolism:

Green tea contains a powerful antioxidant called catechins that stroke your metabolism. A study by Japanese researchers found that participants who consumed 690 milligrams of catechins from green tea daily had significantly lower body-mass indexes and smaller waist measurements than those who avoid tea. In this case, you should avoid skipping meals because it can cause your body's calorie-burning furnace cold. So, for those who think that not eating anything can reduce their weight, it's totally wrong.

When you're low on energy:

Raisins provide potassium which help converting sugar in our body to energy. Nuts provide magnesium which boosts metabolism and improves nerve and muscle function. Watch out for caffeine based drinks such as espresso. Indeed caffeine will help you to stay awake, but the sugar contained in it will drain more energy from your body.

When you need brain boost:

Blueberries, especially wild blueberries contain antioxidants that prevent radical damage on brain. Therefore they can improve cognitive processing and reduce risk of Alzheimer and Parkinson disease. Sugary foods such as ice cream should be avoided because they can slow down the nutrients flow to the brain.

When you're under the weather:
In a Canadian study, people who took 400 milligrams of ginseng a day had 25 percent fewer colds than people who popped a placebo. Ginseng helps kill viruses by increasing the body's production of key immune cells. Caffeine will make you stay awake and it can lead to sleeplessness. When we sleep, our body produces more antibodies to overcome viruses. Therefore we should get enough sleep by not drinking caffeine.

When you need to wake up and go:
Eggs are great source of proteins, provide energies and less calories. Whole-wheat toast is also good for breakfast because they provide sufficient energies and low calories. Donuts, cakes, danish, etc contain fats and high calories. Because its high calories, you'll feel hungry sooner before lunchtime.

When you want to get "in the mood":
In Italian research, they found that women who often eat chocolate have a higher sex drive than those who don't. Chocolate contains a chemical called sphenylethylamine that can give you a slight natural high. The cocoa in chocolate contains stimulants that increase your body's sensitivity. Dark chocolate provide more cocoa than other chocolates. Alcoholic drinks can increase your sexual appetites too, but too much alcohol will lead to sleepiness which makes you less excited.


Sources:
http://health.yahoo.com/experts/eatthis/9904/7-super-snacks-that-heal/