How to Treat Depression | Foods & Healthy Recipes

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Be it any condition, a healthy diet is a road to fast recovery. Watch this video for some quick and easy recipes to help you recover from Depression!

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Depression

Depression is a condition characterized by loss of interest or pleasure in every activity one does

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Symptoms to look for:

• Perennial sense of frustration
• Reduced sex drive
• Insomnia, anger, restlessness
• Poor concentration & mood swings

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Causes:

• Chemical imbalances in brain
• Thyroid disorders
• Upset stomach
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Food allergies

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Food groups to consume in depression:

1. Omega 3 fatty acids: Helps in proper functioning of brain

Foods to consume: oily fishes like trout, salmon, mackerel and sardines as well as fare like flax seeds and walnuts


2. Vitamin B: These are essential for the functioning of the nervous system & also act as ‘anti-stress’ nutrients

Foods to consume: milk, lentils, pulses, green vegetables, whole grain & cereals like brown rice, oats, millets, nuts & seeds


3. Fiber: It keeps blood sugar in control and prevents mood
swings


Foods to consume: oat bran, broccoli, cabbage, berries, squash & mushrooms


4. Foods rich in tryptophan: Helps to elevate mood

Foods to consume: lean chicken, tuna fish, eggs, cheese, bananas, peas, pumpkin, potato and spinach

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Recipes based on the above food groups:

Recipe 1: Fruit porridge

1. Take 250 ml milk in a pan
2. Add 3-4 tbsp oats in it
3. Boil it till it becomes thick
4. Now, keep this milk in the fridge for 15 min to cool it
5. Next, add 1 tbsp chopped apple to the milk
6. Also add 2-3 chopped strawberries
7. Then add 2-3 chopped almonds
8. Also add 2-3 chopped walnuts
9. Add 1 tsp flax seeds
10. Finally, add 1 tsp honey
11. Mix and serve



Recipe 2: Steamed tuna

1. Put a piece of 100 g tuna in a deep plate
2. Put 1 tsp soy sauce and 1 spoon water
3. Apply and keep it in the fridge for 30 min
4. Then, place 2 tsp chopped spring onions on the top of the
fish
5. Also apply 1 tsp chilli flakes and very little grated ginger.
6. Then, put 2 tsp chopped tomato
7. Also add 2 chopped mushrooms
8. Now, steam the fish in a vessel

For steaming, take some water in a big vessel, keep a stand in it and place the plate with tuna and cover the vessel with a lid

9. Let it steam for 10-15 min
10. Add 1 tsp lemon juice on it before serving

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Tips:

• Limit intake of fried & fatty foods
• Stay away from caffeine, colas, alcohol & sugary foods
• Do not skip meals
• Drink 4 L of water everyday

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The above recipes have been developed in consultation with a nutritionist. However, these are not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of a trained health professional. All matters regarding your health require medical supervision. Consult your physician before adopting the suggestions in this video, as well as about any condition that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Refer to the terms of use on our website http://www.homeveda.com.