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Power Foods for the winter
Got Achy Joints?
Some studies find that those with arthritis have some pain with every 10 degree drop in temperature. Some of us without arthritis have pain too. You can fix that with some anti-inflammatory omega-3 which is found in fatty fish such as salmon. This inflammatory can help sooth induced muscle soreness. Omega- 3 is also effective for back and neck pain.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
SAD is a type of depression you get in the winter due to the decrease in sunlight. It causes a dip in the brain’s natural feel good chemicals. Fix this by eating small doses of carbs of about 120 calories. This will help the body produce serotonin. Make sure your snacks have no more than about 3 grams of protein which will prevent serotonin production. Try some foods like a half of English muffin, low fat popcorn or salt free pretzels. Some other winter power foods include: yogurt, slow cooked stews, tuna, chewy grains, kale, onion, garlic, baked potatoes and oranges(runner’s world.com).
Dry Skin
Try eating walnuts and salmon or olive oil. These foods can help the body retain more hydration. Olive oil is great for your hair and skin. There are more hair care products today with olive oil.
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