Happy National Dessert Day! While it’s tempting to indulge in your favorite sweet treats, why not celebrate with something that’s both delicious and good for your mental health? Enter: Greek Yogurt Bark. This simple, healthy dessert is packed with flavor and beneficial ingredients. Check out this recipe for Strawberry Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark from Eating Well here. It combines protein-rich Greek yogurt with antioxidant-loaded strawberries and dark chocolate—a guilt-free indulgence!
One of the reasons Greek yogurt makes such a great dessert choice is its probiotic content. Studies, like the one published in PubMed here, have shown that probiotics can help improve symptoms of anxiety and depression. Incorporating probiotics into your diet can have a positive effect on your gut health, which is directly linked to your mental well-being. Greek yogurt is an excellent source of probiotics, making this bark not only a sweet treat but also a boost for your mental health!
For more on the connection between nutrition and mental wellness, don’t miss Episode 5 of This Way Up, where we dive into how what you eat impacts how you feel. You can listen here. Celebrate dessert day the healthy way!
