This salad puts you in a good mood
LIFESTYLE | 12/12/2020
THIS SALAD MAKES YOU GOOD
BY JUDITH WILLIAMS
Eating is fun. And some foods are actually really happy! The first thing that comes to mind is chocolate? Nothing against sweets, but the alternative can also be a salad. Not only is it healthy – it also makes us happy longer than chocolate. So, let's start: Take beetroot, spinach, avocado, tomatoes, nuts and sweet potato. With this light salad recipe, something tasty is guaranteed!
Have you ever heard of Buddha Bowls? Different ingredients are combined in these colorful bowls - as healthy as possible and also beautiful to look at. As is well known, the eye eats too!
For the recipe that I would like to share with you today, I went looking for healthy foods with the ultimate guarantee of happiness. Et voilà: Here comes the healthy power combination!
Beetroot contains folic acid and betanin, prevents depression and insomnia and stimulates serotonin production. Salmon contains vitamin B (makes you resistant to stress!) and lots of omega-3 acids: These stimulate blood circulation and prevent cardiovascular diseases. Tomatoes contain the anti-inflammatory lycopene and the potassium in avocado is considered to lower blood pressure. Potassium is also found in sweet potatoes, which also prevents cravings. Lemons are rich in folic acid, which also has a positive effect on our mood. Popeye already knew that spinach is healthy! But this is less due to the iron content than to the vitamin B. Brazil nuts, on the other hand, contain magnesium and selenium, both of which are good for depression and exhaustion.
So what happens when you combine all of these happiness makers? A big portion of satisfaction! And a portion of chocolate is allowed for dessert.