Eating triggers positive emotions? Absolutely!

Indeed, it's not the food itself that will make you happy, but what it contains.

Calcium, iron, chromium, iodine, vitamin B, omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, potassium, selenium, the amino acid tryptophan..., all these vitamins and trace elements help you feel good because they contribute to your balance.

Here are some essentials to put on your plates:

Legumes, such as beans and lentils for iron, cheese for calcium, fish for iodine.

Whole-grain bread for chromium, apricots for potassium, beef, poultry, eggs, cashew nuts, dark chocolate, figs for tryptophan.

Almonds, legumes, cereals for magnesium.

For a good intake of omega-3, favor rapeseed oil, salmon, fish, eggs, dairy products, legumes, and whole grain-based foods.

Eating makes you happy, but it's important to differentiate between instant pleasure and the joy of doing yourself good, as eating provides a pleasant feeling of well-being. That's why many people eat to control negative feelings: stress, worries.

Your balance is on your plate. You should learn to eat slowly and chew well to savor what you have on your plate. The richer the plate is in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, the happier you will be.

Tips for happy eating:

• Share meals with friends or family.
• Eat spicy dishes to boost your mood.
• Use your senses, from the color on the plate to the presentation, smell, and taste.
• Take your time, chew well to savor what you have on your plate and do yourself good. Turn off your mobile phone, close your computer.