By Fran Spelgatti

We all know that some foods make you gain weight, while others help you lose it. However, did you know that food might affect your mood?

During stressful times, almost all of us feel the temptation to grab so-called "comfort foods." According to health experts from institutions like New York University, however, going for the typical chocolate bar may only worsen your mood in the long run.

This is because every piece of food you put in your body has a chemical effect. It's that chemical effect that causes mood alterations. Certain foods - like caffeine, for instance -- cause an initial increase in blood-sugar levels, making you feel energetic and happy. That feels great, right? It comes back to haunt you, though, when the caffeine makes your blood sugar drop and sluggishness and irritability set in. The food that gives an initial boost in mood may turn around and make you worse off than before.

According to a story by CBS News, the key to a more positive mood is to give your body the healthy fuels it needs to maintain a steady blood-sugar level. To do that, you need to avoid mood-altering foods like caffeine, alcohol, refined sugar and white flour. Instead, give your body the fuels it really needs to operate at its maximum capability - vegetables, fruits, raw seeds, whole grains, fish and flax oil. When your body gets the nutrients it needs, it doesn't have to work as hard to maintain balance. The overall effect is a happier, healthier you.

So, the next time you feel tempted to indulge in "comfort food," take comfort in the fact that, by passing it by, you can create a happier, healthier existence for you and your body.

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