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These creamy delights are rich in nutrients that have been shown to end brain fog, boost energy and cut the risk of blue moods by 33%, so you’ll feel your all-time best as you snack!

1 TIRED? SCOOP UP GUACAMOLE

Women who nosh on half an avocado daily are 22 percent less likely to struggle with energy lulls, according to recent research. The credit goes to omega-9 fatty acids, which enhance the ability of muscle cells to create energizing fuel. To make: Mash the flesh of 2 ripe avocados with 1 seeded and diced tomato, ⁄2 cup of

1 diced onions, 1 tbsp. of chopped cilantro and the juice of half a lime.

2 FOGGY? DIG INTO YOGURT DIP

The probiotic bacteria in just 1 cup of tangy yogurt stimulates the release of a hormone that boosts focus, plus cuts your risk of blue moods by as much as 33 percent, according to scientists at Brown University. To make: In a bowl, stir together 2 cups of plain Greek yogurt, 1 shredded cucumber, 2 tbsp. of minced dill, 2 tbsp. of fresh lemon juice and 1 minced garlic clove. Drizzle with olive oil.

4 FEELING BLUE? TRY SALMON DIP

Adding dishes made with salmon to your menu a few times a week can cut your risk of winter blues by 24 percent. The reason? The omega-3 fats in the fish calm the adrenals, lowering the production of mood-sapping hormones. To make: In a bowl, mix 4 oz. of minced smoked salmon, 4 oz. of softened cream cheese, ¼ cup of sour cream, ½ tbsp. of lemon juice and ½ tbsp. of dill.

3 CRANKY? REACH FOR RICOTTA DIP

Just a ⁄2 cup serving of ricotta cheese

1 can banish irritability for 4 hours. How? According to USDA researchers, the soft cheese is loaded with tyrosine, an amino acid that prods the brain to produce two calming brain chemicals. To make: In a heat-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of ricotta, 1 cup of sautéed spinach and ⁄ cup of Parmesan

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3 cheese. Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.

5 EDGY? ENJOY SALSA

Enjoying tomatoes daily can help you feel 28 percent less stressed in just one week. That’s because the vitamin C and lycopene in tomatoes work to calm the anxiety center in the brain. To make: In a bowl, combine 3 cups of diced tomatoes, ⁄2 cup of minced red onions, ⁄3 cup

1 1 of chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp. of minced jalapeño peppers and 2 tbsp. of lime juice.