Vegetables, as it turned out, are useful not only for maintaining a slim figure. Regular consumption of certain types of vegetables and fruits improves mood, according to a new study, according to Pannochka, an online publication for girls and women aged 14 to 35.. net So, for example, carrots not only give smoothness and freshness to the skin, protect against the development of breast cancer, but also make people more optimistic about life. This conclusion was recently reached by scientists from Harvard University.. The magical property of carrots, researchers associate with an increased content of carotenoids in the body - in particular, beta-carotene, with which the vegetable literally abounds.. This miraculous substance, which actually has anti-stress properties, is found in all orange fruits, as well as in some green vegetables - spinach and peas..

The results of blood tests taken from 1,000 men and women aged 25 to 74 allowed scientists to come to similar conclusions.. Participants were also asked to complete a questionnaire. The level of beta-carotene in the blood of optimistic people, as shown by comparing the answers to questions with test results, was indeed higher than that of all other participants..

Thus, those who wish to see life in a rosy light should consume more orange fruits and vegetables.. Three servings a day - the key to a great mood and, by the way, the ideal weight.

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