Instead of gifting partridges in pear trees, your true love should be giving you foods that will help you be your best self, from the inside out!
For those looking to better their bodies and their minds this holiday season, here are 12 foods your true love SHOULD be giving for the 12 Days of Christmas, according to Jaya Jaya Myra.
- Dark Leafy Greens (hello Spinach!)
Spinach and other leafy greens are loaded with vitamins like A, C, and K, as well as folate, which supports brain health and reduces stress – something we could all benefit from after rushing around for the holidays! - Turkey
Let’s swap out the two turtle doves for some turkey! It’s a great source of lean protein and tryptophan, which can help boost mood and serotonin levels naturally, and improve sleep. - Salmon
French hens can move over for some yummy salmon! Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, salmon helps improve brain function, reduce inflammation, and boost mood. - Sweet Potatoes
A nutrient-dense carbohydrate rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamin C, sweet potatoes can give you energy and support immune health, which can help when you go calling to see your friends and family! - Nuts
Nuts are amazing for you. Almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, and brazil nuts have been shown to support brain health, lower depression and boost mood naturally to keep you in the holiday spirit all winter long! - Cranberries
Geese a-laying? More like cranberry slaying! These are full of antioxidants and vitamin C, these festive fruits combat oxidative stress and boost the immune system to keep you sniffle free – the gift that keeps on giving. - Quinoa
This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, providing all nine essential amino acids, plus magnesium for stress reduction. Adding quinoa to your regular diet will help keep you going, even if you want to go a-swimming with your swans! - Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate contains antioxidants and compounds that enhance both mood and focus, so get some milk from your eight maids to make it into a yummy and festive hot chocolate treat! - Oranges
High in vitamin C, oranges help strengthen the immune system and provide an energizing boost – so put on your dancing shoes and grab an orange to party with your ladies! - Brussels Sprouts
A food fit for ten lords! Brussel sprouts are loaded with fiber, vitamin K, and are great for gut health. Fun fact, gut health is intricately linked to mood, lowering depression and elevating mood naturally. - Pomegranates
Their seeds are rich in polyphenols, which improve heart health and may reduce inflammation. Lower levels of inflammation are also linked to improved mood. Pomegranates will surely give the pipers something to pipe home about! - Green Tea
A calming beverage rich in antioxidants and L-theanine, which promotes relaxation and mental focus. What better way to prepare for a drumming session?!
