By Vijay Kumar Malesu Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc. Nov 17 2025 New evidence suggests that regularly consuming flavonoid-rich foods, such as berries, citrus, cocoa, and tea, may gently improve mood by supporting brain chemistry and neuroplasticity, offering an accessible dietary strategy for everyday emotional resilience. Study: Effects of Dietary Flavonoids on Mood and Mental Health: A Systematic Review . Image Credit: sav_an_dreas / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the