Drink these for your mental health

COFFEE A lower risk of Alzheimer's, heart disease and some cancers has been linked to drinking coffee. This is due to its potent antioxidants, thought to help prevent cell damage that is caused by free radicals. Try This: For a warm rich flavor, add 1 tsp ground cinnamon to your coffee grounds before brewing. Stir in up to 1/4 cup of low-fat milk instead of using sugar. Don't use too much low-fat milk it might block the coffee's antioxidant effects. GREEN TEA It contains an amino acid(I-theanine) that can help increase the frequency of alpha waves in the brain. The alpha waves are linked to feelings of relaxation. Try This: You can drink and eat your green tea. Instead of water, cook your brown rice in brewed green tea. It will give it an earthy flavor. It is delicious alongside chicken, salmon, or vegetables. TART CHERRY JUICE Tart cherry juice is rich in melatonin. That is the same hormone that tells your body when it is time to go to bed. Drinking tart cherry juice in the a.m. and before bed can help you sleep longer and more soundly according to research. Try This: Add 1/2 cup of seltzer to 1/2 cup of tart cherry juice for a nightcap. Use seltzer because there is less sugar that way. Add a squeeze of lime.