PEONY MAGAZINE Jan. 2017 | Page 5

Tip for clear thinking and a happier mood

Cut down on the refined sugar. Sugar can leave you feeling sluggish and put a damper on your mission to getting things done. Sugar can also make your mood plummet, cause inflammation in your body and make you feel sleepy, as it triggers the release of serotonin, a sleep regulator. This can cause a good amount of crankiness as well. Cravings + Lack of Energy = A Serious Crabby Patty.

To avoid eating excessive amounts of sugar, try eating more nuts, drinking more water, and give your body more greens. This can help balance out your blood sugar to help you to keep that craving in check.

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