La Serotonin it is a neuromediator: it passes information from one neuron to another through the synapse, and this when we breathe, move, or think. But it also regulates functions such as the state of humor, the feeling of hunger, tolerance to pain, and sleep.
Scientific studies have shown its role in the treatment of a large number of physical and emotional disorders, anxiety and depression, obesity, migraine, nausea. Without the Serotonin, our life would be unsustainable. A disturbed dream and a craving for sugar are often symptoms of a lack of serotonin.
Foods rich in serotonin
El tryptophan It is an amino acid and is the essential precursor of serotonin. However, it is not synthesized by the body. Therefore you have to ingest it. Foods that contain tryptophan and that increase Serotonin are the following:
Turkey, duck, beef liver, aubergines, whole wheat bread, brown rice and hydrates carbon, dairy products (particularly fresh cheese), soy proteins, eggs, fish, vegetables, chocolate, bananas, plums and figs, almonds, oleaginous fruits, brewer's yeast, lettuce, soybeans.
It is not advisable to abuse foods mentioned, especially those that contain a lot of sugar, this would cause other health problems. Always adopt a regime balanced.
Serotonin also needs the following elements
Foods rich in omega 3, fatty fish, shellfish, egg yolks, vegetable oils, certain seeds, nuts, some vegetables.
Complex carbohydrates: all foods from cereals integrals, and dried vegetables.
Foods rich in vitamin B6: wheat bran, rice, beef liver, fish such as yellow tuna, salmon and cod, pork fillets, chicken breast, spices and aromatic herbs such as paprika, garlic powder, sage, basil or oregano, fruits dry such as pistachios or hazelnuts, garlic, chickpea, potato, spinach, soybeans and fruits such as banana or avocado.