We are what we eat... and for that reason, if we want to be in a better mood and experience fewer mood swings, we need to start looking at the ingredients we bring home and eat.
Therefore, a food diary, however 90s it may seem, is something that can help us better understand our own daily lives. Perhaps what we ate (or didn't eat) at lunch made us more tired, exhausted, and in a low mood. Perhaps those 5 minutes before bed, when you decided to make a chia pudding with seasonal fruits and seeds for the next day's snack, will make your mood and energy levels more stable, and then the day goes much better.
Based on seasonal fruits and vegetables, here are the best cooking and eating tips to have more energy than ever before.
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Pumpkin
Why it works: Rich in tryptophan (a precursor to serotonin), magnesium, and vitamin B6 - it helps calm the nervous system and improve mood.
Add it to soups, roasts, or even sweet cakes.
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Sweet potato
Why it works: It releases energy slowly, stabilizing blood sugar levels and preventing spikes in irritability or fatigue.
Delicious roasted, simply wrapped in aluminum foil, or cut into pieces and added to other vegetables.
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Nuts and seeds
Why they work: Sources of omega-3, zinc, and magnesium - essential nutrients for emotional balance and brain health.
Add them to yogurt, warm salads, porridge, or chop them up to make homemade "butter." Our favorites are nuts that are in season, cracked open at the last minute and sprinkled over a bowl of vegetables. Or eaten after dinner.
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Cabbage
Why it works: Rich in folic acid and vitamin C - both associated with the production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin.
Sautéed with garlic, a few drops of tamari, and cider vinegar — try the purple one, delicious and full of antioxidants.
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Apple & Pear
Why they work: A source of fiber that helps regulate the gut - and as we know, a balanced gut = a more stable mood.
Baked with cinnamon - warm on top of whipped cottage cheese (it's worth it, I promise!), in homemade jams or raw with a little almond butter.
EXTRAS
Powder from a bean that has been used for thousands of years in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. This medicinal plant was already used at the time as a nerve tonic, among other things. Rich in L-dopa, it naturally increases levels of dopamine, the hormone of motivation, pleasure, and well-being.
Ideal for days of apathy, mental fatigue, or lack of enthusiasm. In ancient Ayurvedic medicine, they advised taking 3 to 6 grams of the powder daily. Usually with milk, lightly sweetened with honey or coconut sugar. Milk was considered the best vehicle. Therefore, add it to your lattes, smoothies, or yogurts. They advised taking it consistently every day for a few months until you feel better.
An adaptogen that regulates cortisol – which means less stress, less anxiety, and more emotional balance.
Great for those who wake up tired and go to sleep feeling restless.
Ashwagandha is a root revered in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. They advise taking 1/2 teaspoon initially and seeing how the body reacts, then increasing to 3 to 6 grams daily. It is also recommended to take it in a warm drink, again the preferred vehicle would be lightly sweetened milk. And preferably at night, especially for those who have trouble sleeping, as this medicinal root helps to calm the mind and balance cortisol for a better night's sleep.
Therefore, if you feel you are experiencing burnout, it is advisable to take one dose in the morning and another before bed; it helps a lot.
Present in Golden Latte Mixes, Super Woman Capsules , and Calm Drink.
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Shatavari
In Ayurvedic medicine, Shatavari is known as the queen of plants, a rejuvenating tonic with special power to transform women's health, promoting vitality and fertility. It's no coincidence that the Sanskrit translation is "she who has a hundred husbands."
It supports female hormonal balance, which directly impacts mood, especially during PMS or pre-menopause.
It helps to avoid emotional highs and lows associated with hormonal imbalances.
Present in LOVE Hot Chocolate, Super Desire Capsules , Super Desire Chocolates, Super Woman Capsules , and Super Feminine Protein .
Reishi is a mushroom used in traditional Chinese medicine, known as the mushroom of immortality. It is valued for being a plant that promotes longevity and peace of mind.
One of the most powerful adaptogens, as it helps the body and mind adapt to stress and return to natural balance (goodbye cortisol spikes). It nourishes the spirit and mind.
Adaptogenic mushroom with a calming effect on the nervous system. Reduces irritability and helps improve sleep quality, resulting in a more stable mood.
For those who feel everything "too much".
It should be taken morning and night, if needed. 3 to 6 grams daily. It is present in several of our products, as it is undoubtedly one of our favorite medicinal plants. Hot chocolates: Sleep , Relax , Clarity , Calm and in Super Woman Capsules.
MPL Tip:
For emotional energy and motivation: Mucuna , Shatavari
For stress, anxiety, and sleep: Ashwagandha, Reishi
For hormonal balance: Shatavari , Ashwagandha
For mental clarity and lightness: Reishi , Ashwagandha
What to avoid to protect your mood and energy:
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Conversations that "suck"
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Infinite scrolling with cold hands
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Saying yes to everything (because "it's Christmas")
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Going too long without eating
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Leaving everything "for the new year"
