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Mood swings

TRY… reducing your sugar intake. TO… keep moods more stable.

void sugary snacks, which can lead to tiredness and low mood when blood-sugar levels dip. Nutritional therapist Ali Cullen says, ‘Sugar uses up a valuable mineral called magnesium, which keeps you calm. Replace sugar with fresh and dried fruit – it gives you energy and is good for your gut.’ But you don’t have to bin chocolate for good. ‘Just be aware if you have sugar every few hours, you may be more moody and irritable,’