Serotonin Diet: Which Foods Improve Your Mood
Our mood is controlled by the endocrine system, specifically the neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin. Does our diet affect their production? Of course! Let's look at a list of mood-boosting foods.
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Chocolate. Carbohydrates raise energy levels, theobromine and flavonoids protect cells from oxidative stress, and magnesium and tryptophan help produce endorphins. The key is to make sure the cocoa content of the bar is at least 60 %!
Bananas. Potassium, phosphorus, and B vitamins protect against stress and energize. Bananas also contain the alkaloid Harman, a substance that gives you a feeling of euphoria. Bananas are caloric, especially overripe ones, so don't overindulge.
Fatty fish. Iodine improves tone, and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are famous for their antioxidant properties. They also stimulate metabolic processes between brain cells, which means they improve memory and attention as well as boost mood.
Meat. Choose ===turkey,...
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