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Fight Depression the "Foodie" way!

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Dr. Juhi ParasharPsychologist • 11 Years Exp.Masters In Clinical Psychology
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Serotonin is a chemical messenger that’s believed to act as a mood stabilizer. It’s said to help produce healthy sleeping patterns as well as boost your mood.

It’s even been looked at as a treatment for depression. This is because people who have depression often have a low serotonin level. Studies show that serotonin levels can have an effect on mood and behavior, and the chemical is commonly linked to feeling good and living longer.

Tips for boosting serotonin naturally:

1. Carrot

They’re full of beta-carotene, which you can also get from pumpkin, spinach, sweet potatoes, and cantaloupe. Studies have linked this nutrient to lower levels of depression. There’s not enough evidence to say that it can prevent the disorder, but it can’t hurt to get more in your diet.

2.Leafy Greens

They’re packed with folate, which your brain cells need to work well and which may help protect against depression. 

3.Milk

It’s a good source of vitamin D. If you have very low levels of this nutrient in your body, that can sometimes cause depression

4.Bananas

Bananas are actually surprisingly high in tryptophan whilst also containing carbohydrates, making them one of my favourite foods that increase serotonin levels.

 

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