12 Best Foods to Reduce Anxiety and Stress Naturally 0
Anxiety and stress are common issues that many people face on a daily basis.
The good news is that diet changes can positively impact your mental well-being. Whether you are dealing with an anxiety disorder, PTSD, panic, or general anxious feelings, incorporating specific foods into your diet can have a profound impact on reducing anxiety and stress naturally.
In this article, I'll give you the top 12 research-based foods for anxiety relief I discovered while writing my book Feed Your Calm: Anti-Anxiety Anti-Stress Diet and Supplement Tips for Stress Resilience.
- Ann Silvers
- Tags: anxiety anxiety relief brain health natural remedies for anxiety natural remedies for mood
Military Service Toxic Exposure: Mental Health Risks 1
The men and women who serve in our military make a multitude of sacrifices. Even when not involved directly in combat, they are often exposed to many health risks and dangers that those in the civilian world rarely face. These risks are not only physical but also come in the form of exposure to toxic substances which have been found to affect mental health.Although underreported, conditions such as anxiety, phobias, and PTSD can develop as a consequence of toxic exposure. To facilitate a greater understanding of this phenomenon, this article will explore the link between military service, toxic exposure, and the development of depression, anxiety, phobias, and PTSD and the mechanisms that increase the likelihood of experiencing such mental health conditions.
- Ann Silvers
- Tags: anxiety brain health depression men's health
The Benefits of Drinking Water for Anxiety, Mood, and More 0
Your body is mostly water. If you don't get enough water, you don't feel as good as you could physically or mentally.
I spent 4 years researching and writing a book about the impact of diet on anxiety and specific anti-anxiety foods and supplements. The number one recommendation on my list of anti-anxiety foods is . . . water.
There are lots of other foods to add to your diet, or subtract from your diet, to help you be more stress resilient and reduce anxiety, but getting enough water is a simple place to start.
The Sunshine Vitamin: D3 Benefits, Sources, and Dosage 0
Vitamin D3 is known for supporting bone and immune health—but it also plays a powerful role in emotional well-being. Research links low vitamin D levels to increased risk of anxiety and depression, while supplementation may help improve mood and stress resilience.
This post explains how vitamin D3 supports your brain and body, the difference between D2 and D3, food sources, and how to get enough safely from the sun and supplements. If you struggle with low mood or anxious thoughts, vitamin D might be a piece of the puzzle.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids for Depression, Anxiety, and More 0
This research-backed guide explores the powerful mental health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids—especially EPA and DHA—and explains how they impact mood, stress, focus, and more. You’ll also find dosage tips, supplement recommendations, and what to look out for before you buy. Discover how feeding your brain the right fats could change the way you feel.
Mental Health Benefits of L-Theanine for Anxiety, Depression & More 0
Theanine is a low-side-effect supplement that may help lift your mood, relieve stress, reduce anxiety, aid sleep, protect your brain cells, and more.
This unique amino acid, found naturally in green tea (especially matcha tea), has been shown to promote calm without causing drowsiness—a welcome combination.
In this post, you'll learn what L-theanine is, how it works, research-backed benefits, and why it's one of my top natural remedies for anxiety, panic, and insomnia.
