How to eat to feel good?

Mental and physical well-being is what each of us needs. While the impact our diet has on our physical health is obvious, less is said about how what we eat affects our mood. A well-composed diet providing all the micro- and macronutrients our body needs allows us not only to maintain an ideal body weight, but also to maintain a good mood. Because, as it is often said, a healthy mind resides in a healthy body. Even though everyone is different and has individual needs, both in terms of energy demand, diet and physical exercise, there are several universal rules that, when implemented, will bring a noticeable improvement in well-being. Adequate hydration Drinking the right amount of fluids during the day improves your well-being. Water deficiency in the body can cause, among others, headaches, apathy, chronic fatigue and poor concentration. You should drink about 2 liters of fluids a day, preferably in the form of water, herbal infusions and teas - it is worth avoiding excessive amounts of juices and carbonated drinks. Isotonic drinks without added sugar, such as SUPERSONIC Beauty Isotonic and SUPERSONIC Performance Isotonic. Adaptogens Known and used in traditional methods of treatment for thousands of years, recently appreciated in Europe for their unique properties - adaptogens, i.e. plants and mushrooms that have the potential to adapt the body to unfavorable environmental conditions. They are non-toxic and non-addictive, and they do not cause any side effects. They increase the body's tolerance to stress and mental and physical overload, thanks to which we do not experience the negative effects of these phenomena - such as headaches, irritability, nervousness or lack of energy. They are a source of adaptogens SUPERSONIC Brain Coffee and SUPERSONIC Calm Cacao, which, thanks to their unique combinations, improve mood and fight stress. Micronutrients for a good mood Zinc and selenium are minerals that participate in the process of endorphin secretion, so their appropriate consumption is crucial for good mood and well-being. Sources of selenium include, among others, Brazil nuts and mushrooms, while zinc can be introduced into the diet by eating, among others, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds or buckwheat. Other ingredients that influence the production of neurotransmitters (which are responsible for the transport of, among others, happiness hormones in the body) are magnesium and manganese. To ensure an adequate supply of magnesium and manganese, it is recommended to eat products such as whole grain bread, bran, oatmeal, almonds and other nuts. A diet rich in B vitamins They help in the proper functioning of the nervous system, so they can contribute to improving mood. To ensure their adequate supply, it is worth including whole grain products, legumes, nuts, seeds and seeds in your diet. A strain of unconventional yeast is also a source of B vitamins Yarrowia lipolytica, which is present, among others, in SUPERSONIC Food, SUPERSONIC Beauty Isotonic and SUPERSONIC Performance Isotonic. Limiting or eliminating sugar White sugar (so -called table sugar) is one of those products that is worth limiting, and preferably - completely eliminated from the diet. However, we realize that this is not always possible, so reducing its consumption will be a step in the right direction. Excess sugar can lead to diseases such as insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and caries. In addition, it is disturbing the carbohydrate economy in the body, as a result of which are decreases in concentration, drowsiness and general feeling of heaviness. In addition, it works pro -inflammatory, destroys the intestinal microflora and is the so -called "empty calories" because it does not provide any nutrients beneficial to health. However, giving up sweetness is not necessary, however - it is enough to use xylitol, erythritol or other natural sweeteners instead of sugar, such as stevia. Thanks to their use, the need for sweetness will be satisfied and their action will positively affect the health of the body. Antioxidant ingredients Antioxidants (antioxidants) are bioactive food ingredients that neutralize free radicals in the body, i.e. compounds that have a harmful effect on the body in excess, causing, among others, its accelerated aging or the formation of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cancer and atherosclerosis. Antioxidants prevent these diseases, additionally affecting the increase in immunity and delaying the aging process. The strongest of them include vitamins, including A, C and E and other bioactive ingredients, such as carotenoids, anthocyanins, flavonoids and curcumin. Antioxidants occur mainly in vegetables and fruits, they are often compounds that give them color (e.g. lycopene in tomatoes), so when composing a diet, it is worth choosing products of various colors. Supersonic food contains such antioxidants as lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene and vitamins A and E. In addition, its formula has been enriched with ingredients such as Mac root, follicular mush and wild rose extract, which are rich sources of antioxidants. Eating breakfast This is one of the dietary recommendations that each of us is aware of, but not everyone applies to it. We explain the breakfast with rush and lack of appetite in the morning and it is understandable, not everyone has time to prepare a full -fledged meal before working or desire to eat something filling. That is why breakfast is often completely eliminated or consumed on the run, which makes it usually an unhealthy, caloric snack. The omission of breakfasts results in the starvation of the body, which during the day will demand the calories due to it, which increases the probability that we will eat more than we need. In addition, breakfast helps to accelerate the slowed metabolism overnight, thanks to which the body wakes up faster and is ready for action. For the busy and those who cannot imagine eating a heavy sandwich or scrambled eggs in the morning, Supersonic Food It is an ideal solution - its preparation takes less than a minute, you can also take it on your way to work. The form of a cocktail makes it be able to replace breakfast with all people who do not have appetite in the morning and would like to take care of their health. Physical activity We do not expect you to run the marathon immediately - we are aware that everyone has different possibilities and preferences about sport. However, daily activity is important even at the level of basic activities - it is worth choosing stairs instead of an elevator, get off the bus two stops earlier or go with the dog for a longer walk. Thanks to this, there is a greater chance of taking 6000-8000 steps a day, which is recommended by WHO (World Health Organization). Any physical activity during the day also accelerates metabolism, adds energy and causes the release of endorphins, i.e. happiness hormones, which is felt as an improvement in mood. According to WHO recommendations, adults should perform moderate physical activity for 150-300 minutes a week or intensive physical activity for 75-150 minutes a week. It is worth choosing activity for your own preferences, because it should first of all give pleasure and be performed with eagerly. Digestion and liver support When composing meals, it is worth considering how to prepare them, because depending on this their nutritional value and digestibility will vary. Fry foods are better to replace with roasted or stewed, change the butter into olive oil, and fatty meats with fish or legumes - this will be support for the liver and relieve the entire digestive system. In the support of digestion, digestive enzymes from consumed foods are helpful - for example, pineapple has a bromelain enzyme, kiwi contains activin, and papaya papain - which are enzymes that facilitate the digestion of protein. Also, do not forget how important it is to drink the right amount of water, and after heavy meals also herbal infusions that stimulate the work of the digestive tract, which prevents feeling of heaviness. Probiotics Microorganisms inhabiting our intestines are amazing support for our body. They have many roles and benefits that the whole family can use, regardless of age. However, you need to know what probiotic preparations to use and when, because other strains are to strengthen immunity, others to reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, and others for poisoning and diarrhea. However, it is worth exploring this topic! Glycemic index The glycemic index is a parameter informing about how a given food affects the concentration of glucose in the blood after it. In the case of products with a low glycemic index, glucose is released into the blood gradually and slowly, thanks to which the feeling of satiety is felt for a long time, while products with a high index contribute to sudden and rapid release. Meals, in which most ingredients have a low glycemic index, allow you to maintain an adequate energy level for many hours, which contributes to increasing focus and concentration. When consuming meals with a high index, a sudden surge of energy is felt, which ends as quickly, which makes fatigue and a decrease in well -being.