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Studies have found that foods rich in zinc help inhibit the secretion of cortisol in our body. This mineral, which is also important for bone and immune health, is found abundantly in pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, lentils, garbanzo beans, cashews, quinoa, hemp seeds, almonds, walnuts, peas, chia seeds and broccoli.
You can read more about these foods here. #1: Cold Water Fish: Salmon, Whitefish, Sardines & Anchovies. The cold water fish are well known for a high concentration of the omega-3 fats, DHA and EPA, which have been found to reduce cortisol in a series of studies. For example, a 2010 study found that participants who took 4 grams of EPA- and DHA-rich fish oil for 6 weeks reduced cortisol for better hormone balance.