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5 of 5 foods to eat when feeling blue

May 10, 2013

5. Green tea Drink it for: The amino acid L-theanine Examples: Hot green tea, brewed iced green tea — including flavored varieties like jasmine green tea or berry green tea Why it helps: L-theanine is an amino acid found mainly in tea leaves; it’s been shown by EEG tests to stimulate alpha brain waves. This […]

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4 of 5 foods to eat when feeling blue

May 9, 2013

4. Ancient grains Eat it for: The complex carbohydrates Examples: Quinoa, millet, teff, amaranth, spelt, barley Why they help: Complex carbohydrates take longer to digest, which means they don’t cause spikes in blood sugar that can create roller-coaster moods. Complex carbs also increase levels of serotonin in the brain. While any whole grain is good, […]

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3 of 5 foods to eat when feeling blue

May 8, 2013

3. Cold-water fish Eat it for: The omega-3 fatty acids Examples: Wild salmon, herring, sardines, anchovies, tuna (not more than once per week), rainbow trout, mackerel. Fish-oil supplements are a practical alternative for those who don’t eat these cold-water fish at least three times a week, Reardon says. Why they help: There’s a reason fish […]

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2 of 5 foods to eat when feeling blue

May 7, 2013

2. Nuts and seeds Eat it for: The magnesium Examples: Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cashews, almonds, peanuts. (Green leafy vegetables and whole grains are also high in magnesium.) Why they help: Magnesium, a mineral found naturally in nuts and seeds, influences production of serotonin, a “feel-good” brain chemical. Magnesium also affects overall energy production. Bonus: […]

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1 of 5 Foods to Eat when you are feeling blue

May 6, 2013

1. An omelet — just don’t skip the yolk Eat it for: The B vitamins and protein. Egg yolks are the vitamin-B-rich part of the egg. Other examples: Lean beef, wheat germ, fish, poultry Why they help: A diet rich in B vitamins can help lessen the severity of depression symptoms. B vitamins, especially B-6 […]

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5 Foods to Eat When You’re Depressed

May 4, 2013

What to eat to improve your mood By Paula Spencer Scott, Caring.com senior editor Feeling blue? Many people seek comfort from favorite foods like chocolate kisses, salty chips, and pillowy pastries when they’re feeling down. But if you really want to boost your mood, make different choices, nutritionists say. Although clinical depression is a serious […]

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Food for Thought – Limes

April 16, 2013

  Food for Thought   Limes    Limes are a good source of vitamin C, and are often used to accent the flavors of foods and beverages. They are grown all year round and are usually smaller and less sour than lemons. Limes were first grown on a large scale in southern Iraq and Persia, […]

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Corned Beef & Cabbage

March 14, 2013

In the United States and Canada, consumption of corned beef is often associated with Saint Patrick’s Day. Corned beef is not considered an Irish national dish, and the connection with Saint Patrick’s Day specifically originates as part of Irish-American culture, and is often part of their celebrations in North America.       Corned beef […]

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Hybrid water heater units

February 14, 2013

Hybrid water heaters offer homeowners an option that is more than twice as efficient as standard electric units. Consumers who switch to a hybrid electric water heater with heat pump technology will save $286 annually on their electric utility bills, compared to those who have a standard 50-gallon electric model (with a 0.90 energy factor), […]

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Traditional Tank Models – Water Heaters

February 8, 2013

Most homeowners have a traditional tank water heater. This option works by continuously heating water in a holding tank throughout the day, providing hot water to the home when there’s a demand. If you already have a maintenance closet or storage area where a tank heater is located, you may select a modern tank heater […]

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