RIO Fitness Chicago® Exercise & Nutrition Blog

RIO Fitness Chicago® Tip:

Instead of reaching for booze or Ben & Jerry's after a stressful day reach for these:

1) MILK. It contains tryptophan, which as it is metabolized is converted to mood-boosting serotonin. Plus, its calcium, magnesium and potassium content help keep blood pressure down.

2) GREEN TEA (Uncaffeinated). Packed with theanine, which increases the brain’s output of relaxation-inducing alpha waves and reduces the output of tension-making beta waves.

3) COLD WATER. Drink a glass, then go for a walk outside. The water gets your blood moving and the fresh air invigorates by stimulating the endorphins that de-stress you.