Food and mood: what you eat this morning could affect how you feel this afternoon
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Food appears to have an effect on our mood, our energy, even our memory. For example, carbohydrates can cause the release of insulin from the pancreas, which causes more tryptophan to enter the brain. Tryptophan is converted to serotonin, which helps regulate mood and reduces pain.
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1993
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Winning the "cold" war; how food can boost your immune system
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The immune system must wage a constant battle against disease, and the outcome of that battle may be partially influenced by diet. Foods that contain antioxidants may help to fortify the immune system. Such foods include broccoli, carrots, spinach, oranges and apricots.
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1993
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Avoid the holiday seven
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Knowledge is vital in preventing a 7-pound weight gain during holiday season. Being selective and good planning are some of the advice given to those who want to lose weight. People are classified according to their eating habits, including the deliberate indulger.
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1997
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