Serotonin Diet: Food That Gives You a Lift

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Posted on: May 21st, 2009




Serotonin, a naturally occurring chemical in our bodies, has a significant effect on mood and appetite. Most of the antidepressant medications prescribed today work by raising serotonin levels in the brain. Some foods are really rich in serotonin, and can raise your spirits.

Some people may be better off using prescription antidepressants, but diet can help mood problems. There are significant links between what we put in our bodies and how we feel emotionally. For example, a diet that’s very rich in tryptophan and tyrosine boost serotonin because they are large chain amino acids that are precursors to serotonin.

Below are foods that may help raise serotonin levels in your brain. However, if you are depressed, anxious or very stressed, make a point of talking with your doctor about how you’re feeling.

High Serotonin Concentration

* Bananas
* Kiwis
* Pineapples
* Plantains
* Plums
* Tomatoes

Moderate Serotonin Concentration

* Avocados
* Black Olives
* Broccoli
Cantaloupes
* Cauliflower
* Dates
* Eggplants
* Figs
* Grapefruits
* Honeydew melons
* Spinach

Adapted from Super Healing: The Clinically Proven Plan to Maximize Recovery From Illness or Injury by Julie K. Silver, MD (Rodale, 2007). http://www.care2.com/

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