Stress can not only be «jammed», but also «drink» — and it is very effective and beneficial for the body. No, we do not mean alcohol: drinks without a degree help to cope with stress much better.
According to psychotherapist Sergei Oblozhko, there is nothing wrong with eating or drinking stress. But this must be done correctly: it is important to choose the right source of positive emotions, the expert explained in an interview with Sputnik radio station. His words «Around the world».
“When a person has a panic attack, he wants to eat. A simple strategy for overweight people is to comfort yourself with the right food. For example, you can drink pectin compote, which has a negative nutritional effect,” Sergey Oblozhko emphasized.
Scientists have long paid attention to the beneficial properties of pectin: this natural sorbent is almost not absorbed by the body, but it suppresses food cravings, lowers cholesterol levels and has a positive effect on the heart and intestines.
What foods contain the most pectin:
beet,
carrot,
eggplant,
pumpkin,
apples,
pears,
persimmon,
cherry,
plum,
black and red currant,
cranberry.
«Pectin compote» is a drink prepared using any product from this list, be it a vegetable, fruit or berry. Or you can take an even simpler path: buy pectin in a store and dissolve 2-3 grams in 100 milliliters of hot water.
The daily norm of pectin is from 15 to 35 grams. It should be used with caution in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, allergies, and also in combination with certain medications. It is advisable to consult a doctor before taking it — especially if you decide to drink beetroot juice or another drink with a high acidity.
Psychotherapist Douglas Comte listed and other ways to relieve stress. For example, it’s worth constantly reminding yourself that you are safe (unless, of course, your situation is completely extreme), taking care of your body, and learning to appreciate the little things in life.
And our expert Anna Karshieva Wrote how to deal with stress the right way. In her opinion, it is important to limit the consumption of sweets, include as many fruits and vegetables in the diet as possible, and also accustom yourself to healthy snacks: for example, apples in a prominent place in the house or office will be much healthier than cookies and waffles.