5. Artichokes
Artichokes are an incredibly concentrated source of fiber and especially rich in prebiotics, a type of fiber that feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut (18Trusted Source).
Animal studies indicate that prebiotics like fructooligosaccharides (FOSs), which are concentrated in artichokes, may help reduce stress levels (19Trusted Source).
Plus, one review demonstrated that people who ate 5 or more grams of prebiotics per day experienced improved anxiety and depression symptoms, as well as that high quality, prebiotic-rich diets may reduce your risk of stress (20Trusted Source).
Artichokes are also high in potassium, magnesium, and vitamins C and K, all of which are essential for a healthy stress response (14Trusted Source, 21Trusted Source).