One of the substances that affect the emotions - serotonin. It relates to biogenic amines and regulates many functions of the body such as blood clotting, vasoconstriction, allergies, intestinal peristalsis and many others. But perhaps the most interesting feature of serotonin - is its effect on nerve cells. The fact that this neurotransmitter is responsible for positive emotions, happiness and a positive attitude. And the happier man, the more successful he is in life.
Metabolic serotonin usually leads to migraines, allergic reactions and depression. In addition, depression may be as mild as well as severe pathological condition requiring treatment with antidepressants. But in this situation, be sure to consult a specialist, because uncontrolled supplementation can lead to an excess of serotonin, which is also harmful to the body.
How can increase serotonin levels without risking harm to health? Serotonin is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan, therefore, consumption of foods rich in this amino acid leads to an increase in the level and serotonin. Bananas are rich in tryptophan, chocolate, coffee and flour products. Eating sugary foods also promotes the synthesis of serotonin. In addition, it is believed that in itself is a good mood and a sense of pride increases the level of this neurotransmitter.
There is also a hormone of the pineal gland, which is synthesized directly from serotonin - melatonin. Its main feature - the regulation of circadian rhythms of the body. In the daylight decreases the secretion of melatonin, but closer to the night is the peak concentration that provides drowsiness and calm at bedtime.
Accordingly, in violation of the synthesis of melatonin develops insomnia and anxiety, sleep sometimes possible only in the morning. At the same time, as the secretion of melatonin depends on the level of serotonin, the less a person is experiencing positive emotions, the greater the likelihood that he will sleep disorders. In severe depression can dramatically disrupted rhythms of melatonin synthesis, whereas its peak in the early morning. Violations of melatonin secretion can be corrected with the help of drugs, which, again, is to appoint an expert.