{"id":7496,"date":"2017-10-30T12:51:13","date_gmt":"2017-10-30T19:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/?p=7496"},"modified":"2021-08-18T03:24:51","modified_gmt":"2021-08-18T03:24:51","slug":"7-mood-swing-inducing-foods-to-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/7-mood-swing-inducing-foods-to-avoid\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Mood Swing Inducing Foods to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.0.11″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”color:#333;”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.0.11″][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mood_Swing_Inducing_Foods_to_Avoid_Header.jpg” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.0.11″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]By Helen Sanders\n\nIf you had to name one cause of mood-swings in women, what instantly comes into your mind?\n\nWould you be surprised if I said foods<\/em> can determine the way you feel?\n\nBelieve me it\u2019s true, what we eat can affect our hormone levels and it\u2019s no secret they play a big part in controlling our emotions.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]This can be particularly poignant at sensitive times of the month. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS<\/a>) also impacts hormone levels. Feelings of anxiety, sadness, and irritability are all familiar mood-swings experienced because of this.\n\nYou may not be able to change the fact you are going to have a period, but you can control the intensity of symptoms.\n\nI would like to share with you seven mood-swing inducing foods you should try to avoid to give you some relief and make PMS a little easier to cope with.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false”][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mood_Swing_Food_Inducing_Foods_to_Avoid_Pinterest.jpg” _builder_version=”4.0.11″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#1 Artificial Sweetener[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]If you are watching your weight you might think sweeteners are a clever option. However, these low calorie alternatives to sugar are actually not the healthiest choice and will also put you in a bad mood.\n\nIt\u2019s not just what you add to your coffee, sweeteners are supplemented into many diet foods and sodas.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]Aspartame is a widely used sugar substitute that experts<\/a> suggest can reduce levels of the \u201chappy\u201d hormones serotonin and dopamine in the body.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]If your levels go too low you will find yourself with appetite issues and feelings of irritation and anger.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]Instead, look for natural alternatives<\/a> to processed sugar such as honey.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#2 Bagels[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]Many grain-based foods such as bagels, bread and pasta contain a protein called gluten.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]There is increasing evidence that gluten is linked to change of emotions and anxiety.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.0.11″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]In fact experts <\/a>have acknowledged gluten sensitivity is related to serious psychiatric disorders such as autism, schizophrenia and clinical depression.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]Ditch the bagels and switch to gluten-free alternatives to ensure mood-swings are kept to a minimum.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#3 Cookies[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]Does PMS ever make you crave sugary foods?\n\nFoods such as cookies, candy bars and muffins all contain high amounts of sugar. In this case, too much is never a good thing.\n\nIncreased sugar levels in the blood cause a spike in energy. This may give you a short term feel good factor, but you will soon come crashing back down to earth.\n\nThe negative impact of too much sugar means you will experience headaches, feel tired and be downright miserable.\n\nIf you need a sweet treat, fruit is a great option.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#4 Wine[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]For those over 21, having a nice glass of wine at the end of a busy day seems like a great way to relax. However, it will also cause your hormones to go haywire.\n\nDrinking alcohol increases estrogen levels which could put everything out of balance. This will exacerbate mood-swings.\n\nAlthough drinking alcohol is proven<\/a> to elevate mood in the short term, as the effects wear off, an increased negativity will prevail.\n\nDrinking alcohol in excess leads to headaches, anger, depression, and irritability which will not put you in a happy state of mind.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#5 French Fries[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]If your body is sending you into hormonal meltdown it will be craving all the things you know you shouldn\u2019t have.\n\nBefore you polish off a portion of french fries, listen to this:\n\nTrans fats or partially hydrogenated oils are bad for your health, period.\n\nFried foods such a french fries are full of trans fats which will put mood-swings into overdrive. Eating the wrong kind of fats increases your estrogen levels and enhances symptoms of PMS.\n\nIn fact, there is evidence<\/a> which links dietary trans fats to an increased sense of irritation and aggression.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#6 Potato Chips[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]According to The Nielsen Global Snacking Survey<\/a> potato chips are ranked as the number one go-to snack in US. 63% of the population opted for this when asked about their snack of choice.\n\nHowever foods high in sodium really shouldn\u2019t be your top choice if you want to be in a good mood.\n\nSalt makes you retain water which will enhance the bloated feeling. If you feel extra sluggish then this alone will affect your mood.\n\nPopcorn is a good alternative, but go natural with no extras.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”blog-heading-style1″ _builder_version=”4.0.11″]#7 Deli Meats[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″]Another food choice best avoided has to be processed deli meats.\n\nThey may sound like a great sandwich filler for lunch, but could send your mood into a downward spiral.\n\nDeli meats such as luncheon or cured meats contain food additives which help to preserve the life of the meat. It\u2019s these additives<\/a> that cause tetchiness, a negative frame of mind and even headaches.\n\nIf you can live without, then try fresh grilled meats instead.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″ text_font=”||on||||||”]Helen Sanders is chief editor at HealthAmbition.com<\/a>. Established in 2012, Health Ambition has grown rapidly in recent years. Our goal is to provide easy-to-understand health and nutrition advice that makes a real impact. 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By Helen Sanders If you had to name one cause of mood-swings in women, what instantly comes into your mind? Would you be surprised if I said foods can determine the way you feel? Believe me it\u2019s true, what we eat can affect our hormone levels and it\u2019s no secret they play a big part […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" specialty=\"on\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" custom_margin=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_css_main_element=\"color:#333;\"][et_pb_column type=\"2_3\" specialty_columns=\"2\" _builder_version=\"3.25\" custom_padding=\"|||\" custom_padding__hover=\"|||\"][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_image src=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mood_Swing_Inducing_Foods_to_Avoid_Header.jpg\" align=\"center\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nBy Helen Sanders\n\nIf you had to name one cause of mood-swings in women, what instantly comes into your mind?\n\nWould you be surprised if I said foods<\/em> can determine the way you feel?\n\nBelieve me it\u2019s true, what we eat can affect our hormone levels and it\u2019s no secret they play a big part in controlling our emotions.\n\n\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nThis can be particularly poignant at sensitive times of the month. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS<\/a>) also impacts hormone levels. Feelings of anxiety, sadness, and irritability are all familiar mood-swings experienced because of this.\n\nYou may not be able to change the fact you are going to have a period, but you can control the intensity of symptoms.\n\nI would like to share with you seven mood-swing inducing foods you should try to avoid to give you some relief and make PMS a little easier to cope with.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" column_structure=\"1_2,1_2\" use_custom_gutter=\"on\" gutter_width=\"2\" hover_enabled=\"0\" custom_padding=\"0px||||false|false\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" type=\"1_2\"][et_pb_image src=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mood_Swing_Food_Inducing_Foods_to_Avoid_Pinterest.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" type=\"1_2\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]#1 Artificial Sweetener[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]If you are watching your weight you might think sweeteners are a clever option. However, these low calorie alternatives to sugar are actually not the healthiest choice and will also put you in a bad mood.\n\nIt\u2019s not just what you add to your coffee, sweeteners are supplemented into many diet foods and sodas.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nAspartame is a widely used sugar substitute that experts<\/a> suggest can reduce levels of the \u201chappy\u201d hormones serotonin and dopamine in the body.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]If your levels go too low you will find yourself with appetite issues and feelings of irritation and anger.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nInstead, look for natural alternatives<\/a> to processed sugar such as honey.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]#2 Bagels[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Many grain-based foods such as bagels, bread and pasta contain a protein called gluten.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]There is increasing evidence that gluten is linked to change of emotions and anxiety.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" custom_padding=\"0px||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"2_3\" _builder_version=\"4.0.11\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nIn fact experts <\/a>have acknowledged gluten sensitivity is related to serious psychiatric disorders such as autism, schizophrenia and clinical depression.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Ditch the bagels and switch to gluten-free alternatives to ensure mood-swings are kept to a minimum.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]#3 Cookies[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]Does PMS ever make you crave sugary foods?\n\nFoods such as cookies, candy bars and muffins all contain high amounts of sugar. In this case, too much is never a good thing.\n\nIncreased sugar levels in the blood cause a spike in energy. This may give you a short term feel good factor, but you will soon come crashing back down to earth.\n\nThe negative impact of too much sugar means you will experience headaches, feel tired and be downright miserable.\n\nIf you need a sweet treat, fruit is a great option.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]#4 Wine[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nFor those over 21, having a nice glass of wine at the end of a busy day seems like a great way to relax. However, it will also cause your hormones to go haywire.\n\nDrinking alcohol increases estrogen levels which could put everything out of balance. This will exacerbate mood-swings.\n\nAlthough drinking alcohol is proven<\/a> to elevate mood in the short term, as the effects wear off, an increased negativity will prevail.\n\nDrinking alcohol in excess leads to headaches, anger, depression, and irritability which will not put you in a happy state of mind.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]#5 French Fries[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nIf your body is sending you into hormonal meltdown it will be craving all the things you know you shouldn\u2019t have.\n\nBefore you polish off a portion of french fries, listen to this:\n\nTrans fats or partially hydrogenated oils are bad for your health, period.\n\nFried foods such a french fries are full of trans fats which will put mood-swings into overdrive. Eating the wrong kind of fats increases your estrogen levels and enhances symptoms of PMS.\n\nIn fact, there is evidence<\/a> which links dietary trans fats to an increased sense of irritation and aggression.\n\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" module_class=\"blog-heading-style1\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]#6 Potato Chips[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.0.11\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]\n\nAccording to The Nielsen Global Snacking Survey<\/a> potato chips are ranked as the number one go-to snack in US. 63% of the population opted for this when asked about their snack of choice.\n\nHowever foods high in sodium really shouldn\u2019t be your top choice if you want to be in a good mood.\n\nSalt makes you retain water which will enhance the bloated feeling. 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