What Foods Should Nervous People Eat

Nervous people can incorporate some foods into their diet to strengthen the nervous system and prevent disorders such as anxiety, irritability, stress or depression.

Discover the benefits of eating green vegetables, nuts, sunflower seeds, brewer’s yeast or basil, among others. 

Fight nerves

Although we believe that nervous people will always be like this, beyond the particular personality there are other factors that can alter our nervous system.

Some nutrients, such as B vitamins, magnesium or phosphorus, can help us balance our nerves gradually and naturally.

Food for nervous people

1. Green vegetables

The greener and darker the leaves of vegetables, the more beneficial they will be for our nervous system, thanks to the wide variety of nutrients found in this pigment.

There are two ways to consume these foods in the necessary quantity:

• Always accompanying meals (lunch and dinner) with a good salad rich in lettuce, arugula, watercress, chicory, etc.
• Eating breakfast or having a green smoothie, made with green leaves and fruits (banana, strawberry, pineapple, papaya).

2. Oats

Oatmeal is a very nutritious cereal, rich in vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber. It acts on the nervous system in two different ways:

• It revitalizes us and increases our energy levels.
• Relax nervous disorders such as anxiety or irritability.

We can consume it in granola, smoothies, creams, stews, drinks, etc.

3. Brewer’s yeast

Brewer’s yeast or nutritional yeast is an excellent supplement for nervous people.

It contains a large amount of B vitamins and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, sulfur, magnesium or zinc.

• In addition to fighting disorders such as stress or anxiety, it is also a good remedy for skin, hair and nail problems.
• We can take a tablespoon (10 g) a day, mixed with juice, yogurt or any food.

4. Basil

Basil is a natural nervous toner that also calms all the nervous manifestations that are somatized in the stomach in the form of pain or indigestion.

We can consume it raw, in infusion, in sauces and vinaigrettes or use its essential oil on the skin or to flavor relaxing baths.

5. Walnuts

Walnuts are a dried fruit with antidepressant properties.

• Its content in essential fatty acids favors the production of serotonin, a powerful transmitter that causes a feeling of well-being and calms states of anxiety and depression.
• It also contains B vitamins, which strengthen the nervous system.

A handful of raw or toasted nuts a day is the recommended serving.

6. Banana

Banana is a delicious fruit very rich in carbohydrates that gives us a lot of energy. In addition, the banana is rich in potassium and vitamins of group B, two very beneficial nutrients for the nervous system.

• Banana is a fruit that we can take anywhere for your convenience.
• However, we can also incorporate them into our smoothies or roast them in the oven to delight ourselves with their sweetness.

7. Lemon

There are different citrus fruits that help us to improve our mood in a natural way, in addition to providing us with a large amount of nutrients. We highlight the lemon for being one of the most medicinal.

8. Lentils

Lentils improve nervous states thanks to its content of magnesium and B vitamins, as well as being an excellent source of vegetable protein and fiber.

For those who do not enjoy lentil stews, we recommend trying them in purees or even hamburgers, a delicious, different and very healthy way of eating legumes.

9. Cayenne

Cayenne pepper is a very spicy spice with surprising health properties, among which its ability to calm the nerves and fight insomnia stands out.

However, we must start consuming it in very small amounts, so that our stomach can get used to the spiciness.

10. Avocado

Avocado is an excellent and delicious fruit.

This superfood helps us balance any deficiencies thanks to its wide variety of vitamins, minerals and essential acids, as well as good amounts of protein, fat and fiber.

Avocado cannot be missing in our smoothies, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, creams, garnishes, etc.

If you are one of those nervous people who sometimes do not know how to get a little calm, you should try these foods that we have proposed here and check their results. We hope they help you.

Elena Martinez Blasco

Degree in Journalism from the Ramon Llull University of Barcelona (2005). He has collaborated with different agencies and media such  as Europa Press and Com Ràdio. She has worked in the publishing sector as a writer, editor, translator and proofreader of books (Edicions 62, Editorial Comanegra, Ara Llibres, Océano Gran Travesía). Graduated in Naturopathy (Natural Medicine) from the Heilpraktiker Institut de Barcelona (2011), specialized in nutrition, flower essences and natural remedies and therapies. He has practiced as a naturopath for centers in Catalonia and also on his own. He has worked in the organic and vegetarian food sector for the Vegetalia company. He has taken a course Nutrition and obesity: overweight control , offered by the National Autonomous University of Mexico.