There are certain “truths” that are passed down from generation to generation without much scientific backing. Whenever someone gets a cold, I immediately make a large pot of chicken matzah ball soup from my grandmother’s recipe box. And it works every time.
There are many other foods that heal. Here are a few to tell you about.
#1) Bananas- relieve stress and an upset stomach. With only 105 calories and 14 g of sugar, a medium banana fills you up, provides a mild blood sugar boost, and has 30% of the day’s vitamin B6, which helps the brain produce mellowing serotonin, getting you through a crisis peacefully.
#2) Yogurt- cures constipation and gas. One and a half cups of live-culture yogurt (high in gut-friendly bacteria) pushes food more efficiently through the gastrointestinal tract. The beneficial bacteria also improve your gut’s ability to digest beans and dairy lactose, which can cause gas.
#3) Raisins- Helps lower blood pressure. About a generous handful of raisins contain 1 g of fiber and 212 mg of potassium. Studies show that polyphenols in grape-derived foods such as raisins, wine, and juice are effective in maintaining cardiovascular health, including bringing down blood pressure.
#4) Tuna- lifts your mood. A 3-ounce serving of canned white tuna has about 800 mg of omega-3s, which research suggests may treat the kind of blues that leave you feeling low or anxious. The fatty acids in fish have been endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association as an effective part of depression treatment.
#5) Ginger tea- makes your upset stomach feel better. Studies reveal that a cup of ginger tea can ease nausea from motion sickness and pregnancy.
These are just a few of the foods that we eat that help to heal us. What are some foods that you eat that make you feel better? I would love to hear from you.
