Diet and nutrition is a huge part of it, and being healthy with healthy recipes plays a major part in how stress is going to affect you rather than facing your cake and sulking. These foods provide nutrients like zinc, B vitamins and magnesium, which are awesome for stress. The benefits go beyond that of helping you cope with the stress, so do take note.

Diet with your favorite gourmet recipes alone will not be able to cut it. Read Ways to reduce stress to get other ways to handle stress better, such as getting enough rest, including exercise in your weekly routine and surrounding yourself with great and positive people.

Celery - calms you down and reduces your stress.

Garlic - I love it when I cook. It is antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal, and not only does it improve your health immensely, stress is significantly reduced if you include garlic in your nutrition.

Brassicas vegetables- This is a family of them, my favorite being cauliflower and broccoli. This family of goodness also includes Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, collards, pak choi, horseradish, and mustard leaves, and what I love about them besides keeping stress away is their ability to discourage cancer cells from developing. Need I say more?

Licorice - sorts out the stress that is in your life, it will balance your blood sugar levels and keeps you energized.

Oily fish - a great reliever, rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Include mackerel, anchovies, salmon, trout, and sardines when you shop and eat fish at least 3 times a week.

Chamomile - if you want to get soothed, drink chamomile.

Chocolate - a woman's best friend. Just remember to keep it dark and keep it to a minimum.

Nuts - packed with good fats, they too have amazing vitamins and nutrients that benefit your health.

Olive  oil is   awesome   for   you. this is the only oil you should be using for your cooking and dressing requirements.

Berries - rich in antioxidants, they also balance out your sugar levels as well as clear toxins out of your body. In one word, they are awesome!