Depression Diet Exercise
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Apart from proper medical intervention, healthy diet and exercise routine also play a major role in managing depression. A well-balanced diet coupled with routine exercises not only helps in achieving a healthy body, but also a well-tuned mind, thus reducing the occurrence and effect of depression. Read on to learn more on this.
Depression Diet and Exercise
Diet for Depression
The secret behind the diet for depression is to include more quantity of nutritious foods, in your daily diet. Following is the list of effective nutrients for depression –
|
Nutrients |
Nutritional Benefits |
Source of Nutrients |
|
Beta-carotene |
antioxidant, fights off free radicals, keeps brain fit and healthy |
All yellow and orange colored fruits and vegetables |
|
Vitamin C |
antioxidant like beta-carotene, also builds up immune system |
Most of the fruits, vegetables, dairy products etc. |
|
Vitamin E |
antioxidant, cleans free radicals, strengthens the nervous system |
Almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower oil, wheat germ oil, green leafy vegetables, broccoli etc. |
|
Healthy Carbs |
keeps mood cool and controlled |
Fruits, whole grains, vegetables etc. |
|
Healthy Proteins |
boosts up concentrataion |
Poultry, fish etc. |
Also, avoid alcohol, sugary and caffeinated drink, or beverage to control the depressive mood.
Exercise for Depression
Regular exercise can combat depression. Exercise, in any form, can reduce stress, fight anxiety, and increase confidence. It also helps to strengthen the body.
Moderate exercise like walking, swimming, biking, dancing, jogging etc. can aid managing depression more efficiently. Incidentally, yoga, along with its various meditation practices, improves control over mind and effectively cures depression and related symptoms.
Enjoy the above tips on diet and exercise to avoid depression and live longer with a healthy body and mind.
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