Many people believe that there is a link between anxiety and diet, which was one reason for me adding a section IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) to Anxiety2calm.
In terms of diet I would give two pieces of advice.
Firstly, get to know your own body. Everyone is different and different foods effect people in different ways. See if what you eat effects how you feel, and see if the state of your stomach effects your anxiety or low mood.
Secondly, remember that a healthy body and a healthy mind are often one and the same thing. I don’t believe people who think everything bad in life is down to wheat allergy, but that said it is worth investigating what foods may have adverse reactions on your body and mind. In Gut Instinct, Pallardy advises that reducing your intake of sugary foods, acidic foods, and red meat might help reduce anxiety. He also reminds you to eat slowly and and to not take part in highly regimented diets or fasting, as this can make anxiety worse.
All I would add to that is: start listening to your body. When you have anxiety it is often easy to focus all the time on your mind and your thoughts and your breathing which you are sure is out of control and your racing heart beat. Start to focus on other areas of your body, get in touch with your stomach. I knows they taste good, but sweeties, candy, chocolate cakes etc may not be helping you in the long run!
Gut Instinct and is by Pierre Pallardy has sections on healthy eating, abdominal massage, abdominal meditation and much more besides.
The advice in Gut Instinct can really help lift your mood.
Hello Chant,
I would like to add exercise too..maybe work on exercise more. Possibly, going on a diet and exercise. Exercise alone has established to reduce health issues, stress, and the like. Exercise will also increase stamina, self-esteem, confidence, and so forth.
SHZ.
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