This bittersweet delight made from cocoa beans contains flavonols, that stimulate the body to release endorphins and produce serotonin, boosting mood.
A gym bro's best friend, it also enhances memory, and improves the body's natural response to stressful conditions.
Fatty fish such as salmon and herring contain omega-3 fatty acids, which can upregulate the production of serotonin, reducing stress.
These tangy treats tackle the physiological aspects of stress by preventing the buildup of proinflammatory cytokines.
Antioxidants have been shown in various peer-reviewed studies to improve mood and overall mental health, and blueberries have no shortage of them.
Fermented foods in general improve the body's physiological stress response, and the deliciously spicy Korean dish kimchi is no exception.
Not only are they rich in potassium, bananas also provide the body with large amounts of vitamin B6, a building block of serotonin.
These tropical fruits are rich in medium-chain triglycerides, which have powerful mood-boosting effects.
These fungi can be a rich source of dietary vitamin D, which has been shown by many studies to be helpful in mood regulation.
Made from processed green tea leaves, it contains L-theanine, which combined with caffeine, results in a focused but relaxed 'zen' state.