URMC / Employee Assistance Program / News & Events / UR Medicine EAP Blog / November 2023 / Fight Stress with Healthier Eating Fight Stress with Healthier Eating Some foods can play a positive role in managing stress. Berries reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body. Nuts—including almonds, walnuts, and pistachios—have healthy fats and fiber that can stabilize blood sugar while giving sustained energy. Dark chocolate with more than 70% cocoa may reduce stress hormones and release endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Yogurt is a probiotic-rich food that supports gut health, which can positively influence mood and reduce stress. Leafy greens—including spinach, kale, and Swiss chard—can help regulate cortisol, a stress hormone, because of their magnesium content, and their folate content may help with mood regulation. Learn more from the Cleveland Clinic. 11/16/2023 You may also like Match Your Exercise Program with Healthy Changes How to Be Energized (Not Paralyzed) by Stress Free Cool Apps: OurGroceries.com Don't Skip Your Health Checkups