9. Eat a balanced diet
Stressful situations can prompt even the strictest of dieters to turn to refined carbohydrates and sugary snacks for comfort. Unfortunately, these foods can destabilize your blood sugar levels. This can cause health problems and worsen your stress symptoms in the long run.
Intuitive eating may provide a better approach. Intuitive eating focuses on your inner biological cues, like fullness, hunger, and cravings.
This approach toward nutrition and mental health will improve your relationship with your food. It allows you to eat mindfully and healthily while still leaving room for occasional treats.
10. Mindfulness and meditation
Science continues to discover a myriad of health benefits associated with practicing mindfulness meditation every day.
This form of meditative deep breathing improves your mindfulness by bringing your attention into the here and now. This shifts your thoughts away from the past and worries of the future and allows you to mindfully participate in the present.