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  1. Aug 28, 2019 · In addition to healthy guidelines such as eating a balanced diet, drinking enough water to stay hydrated, and limiting or avoiding alcohol and caffeine, there are many other dietary considerations that can help relieve anxiety.

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    • Eat a variety of foods. Your body gets the nutrients and vitamins it needs from different types of foods, and no single food can supply all the nutrients in the amounts you need.
    • Drink water. Often, our bodies mistake thirst for hunger. When you are craving potato chips, drink a tall glass of water and wait 20 minutes. You may find that your craving is either gone or dramatically reduced.
    • Distract yourself. You can break a craving’s hold on you by distracting yourself for at least 20 minutes. Focusing on something else for a while and changing your environment interrupts the craving, and it’s easier to make a better choice.
    • Plan consistent meals and snacks. Plan your meals and snacks for the day or the week, so that you eliminate the factor of uncertainty. If you know what you will be eating throughout the day, you won’t grab junk food when hunger hits.
    • Be mindful of what you’re ordering. We’re fans of mindful eating — and that starts with considering what you plan on ordering through the food delivery app.
    • Set a budget. Many food delivery apps have a delivery fee and then, once you factor in a tip and how much a restaurant marks up its food, you can potentially spend a lot on a single meal.
    • Stock up on easy-to-prepare meals. You’ll be less likely to reach for your phone if you have easy-to-prepare meals at home. So, consider this when doing your grocery shopping: What can you buy ahead of time that will be quick and easy to make?
    • Hide or delete food delivery apps. It’s easy to just click on those apps when you’re hangry and just want food now. So, it may be a good idea to remove the temptation by hiding or deleting any food delivery apps from your phone.
  2. Aug 2, 2019 · Cognitive reframing. People can use strategies that modify how they view or value tempting stimuli. Reappraising desire for a craved food or thinking about the food in a different way can...

  3. Mar 18, 2022 · Across the board, takeout tends to be more unhealthy than meals you cook at home. But just because you’re being careful with your diet doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to fast food forever. Check out these expert tips to help you navigate takeout food in a mindful way.

  4. Oct 11, 2020 · Chromium and L-glutamine both help to regulate blood sugar levels and can reduce cravings for carbohydrates and sugars. Fish oil helps to reduce cravings for sugar by enhancing insulin...

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  6. Mar 17, 2023 · Discover which foods and drinks can contribute to anxiety and which ones can help reduce symptoms. Read our expert guide on managing anxiety through your diet.