You might have noticed that a spike in your anxiety is linked to your avoidance of eating or being in situations involving eating in public because of how nauseous and anxious you feel. It is your job to remind your body that eating food is helpful for your mind and body and that you need it to get through your day. Choosing not to eat or eating less can make the physical symptoms of anxiety feel even worse. And so the vicious cycle continues… most especially if you didn’t have great role models when it comes to eating behaviors.
When you are feeling constantly out of control and on edge, it can be helpful to stick with warm foods that are easier to digest rather than cold and raw foods. Stews, bone broth-based soups, and stir frys are very nourishing and soothing foods. Enjoy protein, healthy fats, and crowd out your plate with leafy greens and fruit/vegetables at every meal. The more balanced and regular your meals, the more balanced your energy and moods will be.
Healthy fats like avocado, extra virgin olive or coconut oil, or a small handful of nuts will go a long way to sustain you throughout the day. I often take a fish oil supplement which may be a good option for you too if you don’t regularly eat oily fish.
Try to avoid cutting out entire food groups. What is important to know is that the more your micronutrients and macronutrients come from a wide variety of foods, the more balanced your diet will be, and the more stable your moods will feel. You know your body best. Find what works for you and what makes you feel the best. Do more of that.
Staying hydrated means having a glass of water long before you even feel thirsty. If you need to constantly have herbal tea with you throughout the day to get you there, that works too. Your body needs to effectively remove toxins and waste. The more you help your body detoxify with enough water, the more efficient all your body processes will be.
If you’d like to read up about the Central Nervous System and all the fundamentals, visit this link. It explains all you need to know about how it links to your anxiety.
