Best Foods for Fighting Stress

Who knew? The following three foods are top stress fighters, according to Bottom Line Secrets.

• Sweet potatoes. High in beta-carotene, Vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, sweet potatoes protect your body against a host of illnesses.

• Black-eyed peas. Commonly eaten as a source of good luck on New Year's Day, black-eyed peas are packed with Vitamin B, especially folate. B Vitamins are rapidly consumed by your body during periods of high stress, so be sure to fill up!

• Yogurt. Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria that your digestive system needs. Eating yogurt is especially helpful if you're taking antibiotics, as antibiotics often destroy the natural good bacteria in your body.