Wild-caught salmon
When you need to load up on DHA, few foods match the potent
punch provided by wild-caught salmon. Oily fish, like salmon, sardines, and
mackerel, provide anywhere from 10 to 100 times the DHA of vegetarian sources
like nuts, spinach, and whole grains. That's nice to know, since DHA protects
the brain from inflammatory damage, improves learning and memory, and heals
brain tissue injured by fructose. Salmon's also a great source of selenium and
vitamin D. And salmon is simple—cook it with butter, lemon, and dill for an
easy, delicious meal. But, you will have to pay a premium. Farmed salmon's DHA
content doesn't measure up to wild-caught, say the researchers
Chia and flax seeds
Vegetarians need not despair. When you're feeling awful
after a bad day of eating, chia and flax seeds are your friend. They pack a
wallop of omega-3s in just two tablespoons, and they're loaded with fiber,
which helps feed gut bacteria and aids in weight loss. Plus, that fiber also
helps empty out all the toxins you consumed. While they don't have nearly as
much DHA as oily fish, they do provide calcium, protein, and lignans—a powerful
antioxidant. Plus, they take no time to prepare—just throw them into your yogurt,
smoothie recipe, or baked goods
Walnuts
When you're bloated, feeling gross, and your stomach is
doing flips, go nuts. Literally. Just 1/4 cup of walnuts offers 133 percent of
your recommended omega-3 content. And a 2015 study
out of Yale suggests eating them may lead to smarter food choices. Researchers
found that adding two ounces of walnuts to a daily diet for six months led to
less snacking and healthier choices. Makes sense: walnuts are satisfying and
reduce cravings, which helps you avoid junk
Aloe vera juice
Aloe vera juice is a palatable cleanser after a bad day of
eating. "It's the first thing I recommend for my clients to get them back
on track after a binge," says Nikki Ostrower, founder of NAO Nutrition in New
York City. It's a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins, minerals, and
amino acids. A review in The
British Journal of General Practice noted that aloe vera may
decrease intestinal inflammation and helps repair damage in the gut. It may
also increase healthy bacteria in the intestines that aid in digestion.
"It stimulates the bowels so it has this wonderful effect of emptying you
out while also replenishing nutrients," says Ostrower
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