Happy Food, Happy You

I believe food is more than just calories—

It’s energy.

It’s emotion.

It’s healing.

As someone who feels light, energetic, and youthful at 50+, I’ve seen firsthand how what you eat shapes not just your body… but your mood, your mindset, and your motivation.

That’s where Happy Food comes in.

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💛 What is Happy Food?

Happy food isn’t just about taste.

It’s about how it makes you feel after eating it.

Does it uplift you?

Does it calm your stress?

Does it help you sleep better, smile more, think clearer?

If yes—then that’s happy food.

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🥗 My Favourite Happy Foods

🌟 Bananas – I call it my “sunshine snack”! Boosts mood and digestion.

🌟 Homemade curd – A daily must. Keeps the gut calm and the brain peaceful.

🌟 Nuts & Seeds – My afternoon crunch. Full of magnesium and mental clarity.

🌟 Dark chocolate (just a square!) – Melts stress. Feels like a warm hug.

🌟 Seasonal fruits – Nature’s sweet gifts. I always keep papaya, melon, or berries on hand.

🌟 Green leafy veggies – They don’t just nourish the body—they ground the soul.

🌟 Herbal tea before bed – My peace potion. Helps me reflect and sleep deeply.

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🚫 What I Avoid for a Happy Mind

❌ White sugar

❌ Deep-fried snacks

❌ Overthinking while eating

Because I’ve learned:

When the plate is clean, your mind stays clean too.

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🧘‍♀️ A Small Practice That Changed My Life:

Before every meal, I whisper:

“May this food heal and energize me.”

It’s simple. But powerful. It connects me with gratitude and my body.

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✨ Final Thought

Happy food is not fancy.

It’s fresh, it’s soulful, it’s intentional.

It listens to your body. It respects your mood.

And when chosen wisely—it becomes your silent therapist.

Eat like you love yourself.

Because your body is always listening. 💛

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With love & light,

Kritika Sethi

Founder – RenewYou40

Helping Women 40+ Feel Light, Fit & Fearless