5. Bitter, Dark Chocolate
Chocolate lovers listen up! Recent breakthroughs are pointing to the possibility that a small chunk of dark chocolatey goodness can also lower stress in your body. Dark chocolate can even reduce the anxiety hormone cortisol. Furthermore, the cocoa can get your blood vessels to unwind and this works wonders for the circulation. And let’s not forget the unique ability of chocolate to recreate a feeling of euphoria, not so different from being in love… or so they say. Look for ones with a high cocoa percentage and don’t forget about free trade.