Stress relief: How diet and lifestyle can help reduce stress and anxiety

Carrots

Crunchy veggies are some of the best foods that reduce stress, according to Mandy Enright, MS, RDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist and creator of Nutrition Nuptials. Carrots, apples, or celery will all do the trick. “The crunch not only provides a sense of relief, but chewing these crunchy foods helps relieve jaw tension, which can be a major area where stress builds up in the body,” says Enright.