When we feel a bit down, fast food such as pizzas and takeaways is often the first thing we reach for, but researchers from the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria suggest that this can make us feel worse.
The researchers carried out a test on those who ate junk food and those who opted for healthier meals; the results revealed that the junk food lovers were 51 per cent more likely to develop depression than those who ate foods with fewer chemicals in.
To boost your mood, incorporate foods rich in iodine, calcium, magnesium and fibre into your diet for a good dose of feel-good hormones.