The brain has its own team of hormones to “stimulate” us, naturally improving mood and energy.
The brain has its own
ideal team of hormones to naturally improve mood and energy. You just need to know how to stimulate them. Here’s how.
Simona Gouchan
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With the arrival of winter, it can sometimes be hard to keep up. Luckily, a few simple steps are all it takes to regain vitality and joy. British neuroscientist TJ Power, a prominent figure on social media (with nearly 900,000 Instagram followers), shows in his book “The Right Dose” (a clever acronym for dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins), published by Marabout, how to stimulate the happiness hormones.
American psychiatrist Georgia Ede, a Harvard-trained specialist in nutrition and metabolism, reminds us in “Nourish Your Brain, Heal Your Mind” (published by Thierry Souccar) that food remains fundamental to psychological well-being. Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, attention or memory problems… brain chemistry is based on food choices. Providing essential nutrients, avoiding those that cause stress, and, metabolically, maintaining healthy blood sugar and insulin levels are crucial. Between simple routines and balanced menus, these two complementary approaches help us get through the cold season with a clear mind and a positive outlook.
