10. Brazil Nuts

Brazil nuts are high in the mineral selenium, which is important to ward off depression. Individuals with low selenium levels are more likely to become depressed and anxious. Your body also relies on selenium for reproduction, fighting infection and cancer.

Supplements are available for the days you do not eat your brazil nuts, but be sure to take no more than 200 mcg. daily to avoid toxicity. Small amount of selenium are found in meats like turkey, fish, and chicken, and also cottage cheese, eggs, sunflower seeds, mushrooms and brown rice.