I am watching a video called “WAYSEERS – Hidden Link Behind Genius Mysticism, ADD, Bipolar, Dyslexia & Aspergers”. The video talked directly to me a lot ~ not so much at times and then BAM that is me again 
The word dopamine really jumped out at me and it has been gnawing on me to come here and blog about it ~ do let’s just say dopamine DOES have power.
So, what is dopamine?
Dopamine is a brain neurotransmitter. Dopamine is responsible for mood and attentiveness. Imbalances in ones dopamine levels have been associated with both mental and physical disorders. These disorders range from depression to Parkinson’s disease for low dopamine levels – however high levels of dopamine can set one up for issues related to rewards and risks such as gambling and hyper-sexuality.
There are a number of prescription medications and over the counter supplements available to help regulate the presence of dopamine in the brain. However, it is possible to influence the level of dopamine without taking medications or supplements.
The following natural methods will give you the benefits of this vital nuerotransmitter without the potential side effects of a pill.
- Relax – there is a strong correlation between high levels of stress and dopamine deficiencies.
- Diet – Eat a well balanced diet, make sure to include foods such as almonds, avocados and ripe bananas as they are known to specifically raise levels of dopamine in one’s body.
- Exercise – Exercise is not only good for your heart, but it is also GREAT for ones dopamine levels. Get that blood pumping, the air moving and the dopamine flowing.
- Sleep – it is said a full sleep cycle takes 90 minutes, so this is something to take into consideration even when laying down to nap. Sleeping during the night one should have a minimum of four sleep cycles (six hours) to give the brain the time it needs to recuperate from the day, recharging it store of neurotransmitters.
Now to go back to the rest of the video and see where I go from there
