5 Delicious Juices To Fight Stress Naturally

We can take advantage of the properties of these juices both to prevent and to alleviate stress states and their consequences without resorting to chemicals.

Stress is an emotional state characterized by strong physical or emotional tension, almost always caused by overly demanding circumstances. Some people suffer it almost daily, so fighting stress is essential for them.

This emotional state is a defense mechanism of the body that originates from the survival instinct, especially in situations that pose danger or challenge.

It groups a wide variety of symptoms that can vary depending on your trigger. In general, it causes irritability, muscle aches and poor mental performance, as this study from the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Sciences of Argentina points out .

Currently, there are many therapeutic methods that are intended to counteract it so that it does not affect the quality of life.

Among these options we find several natural juices, which combine healthy ingredients that help promote well-being.

Next,  we want to share with you 5 delicious recipes   to combat stress. Take note!

1. Almond juice, banana and coconut water

Due to its high content of B complex vitamins, this natural juice is a good reliever for the imbalances suffered by the nervous system due to stress. This is stated in this study by the Center for Research and Development of Medicines (Cuba).

In turn, it is a great source of iron, calcium and magnesium, minerals whose deficiency is related to emotional outbursts.

Ingredients

• 10 almonds.
• 1 banana
• 1 glass of coconut water (200 ml).

Preparation

• Add the almonds in the blender and process them with the banana and coconut water.
• Blend everything until you get a homogeneous drink.

Consumption mode

• Drink the juice when you feel stressed.
• Take it as a preventive 3 times a week.

2. Cashew and sunflower seed juice

This delicious juice is an important source of magnesium and calcium, minerals that participate in the control of central nervous system problems.

Its high energy value, in addition to its antioxidants, improves mood and helps fight stress.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of cashews (6 units).
• 2 tablespoons of sunflower seeds (about 30 units).
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).

Preparation

• Add all the ingredients in the blender and process them for a few moments.

Consumption mode

• Take it when you have any initial symptoms of stress.

3. Celery, broccoli and cauliflower juice

This healthy green juice is a source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that improve many aspects of physical and mental health.

Its purifying action promotes the elimination of waste from the body, a factor that is associated with the tendency to suffer stress attacks, as suggested by this study by the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (Canada).

Ingredients

• 2 sticks of celery.
• ½ cup of chopped broccoli (75 g).
• ½ cup of chopped cauliflower (75 g).
• 1 glass of water (200 ml).

Preparation

• Wash the vegetables well and put them in the blender.
• Add a glass of water and process for a few moments, until you get a homogeneous drink.

Consumption mode

• Drink the juice in the middle of the morning, when you have too much work to do.
• If you already have stress, consume it up to 2 times a day.

4. Pear juice and oatmeal

This revitalizing juice curbs tension and irritability that occurs due to stress. It contains essential vitamins and minerals that regulate the production of cortisol to stop this emotional state.

This study carried out by the University of South Australia affirms, in fact, that oats could improve emotional states related to anxiety or depression.

Ingredients

• 1 ripe pear.
• 2 tablespoons of ground oats (30 g).
• 1 glass of mint infusion (200 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).

Preparation

• Cut a pear into several cubes and put it in the blender glass.
• Add the tablespoons of oatmeal and the mint infusion, and process everything for a few seconds.
• When the juice is ready, sweeten it with a tablespoon of honey.

Consumption mode

• Drink the drink when you feel physical or mental tension.

5. Carrot and celery juice

Due to its high content of antioxidant substances, carrot and celery juice is an interesting option to promote the well-being of the body in stressful situations. This is stated in this study from Parmar University (India).

Ingredients

• 6 carrots
• 2 stalks of celery.
• 1 cucumber
• 4 sprigs of parsley.

Preparation

• Pass all the vegetables through a juicer.
• After obtaining the drinks, combine them in the blender to obtain a single juice.

Consumption mode

• Drink the juice in the middle of the morning, when you feel tired or stressed.
• If you consider it necessary, repeat your intake in the afternoon.

Do you usually go through stressful situations? Now that you know how to fight stress naturally, feel free to make some of these juices at home.

Of course, to achieve optimal results, try to get adequate rest and practice some relaxation technique.