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Dopamine is a neurotransmitter made in your brain. Dopamine acts as a chemical messenger, communicating messages between nerve cells in your brain and your brain and the rest of your body. Dopamine acts on areas of the brain to give you feelings of pleasure, satisfaction and motivation. Anything that gives you pleasure will trigger the release of dopamine. This can range from a fun activity you enjoy, like dancing or cooking, to sex, shopping , and even certain drugs.  Dopamine often called the as Happy Hormone or Feel Good Hormone. Dopamine also has a role to play in controlling memory, mood, sleep, learning, concentration, movement and other body functions.  As a hormone, dopamine is released into your bloodstream. It plays a small role in the “fight-or-flight” syndrome. The fight-or-flight response refers to your body’s response to a perceived or real stressful situation, such as needing to escape danger. Engage in activities that make you happy or feel relaxed. This is ...

The act of buying special things for yourself in order to feel better when you are unhappy. Shopping  Therapy also known as Retail Therapy, is shopping with the primary purpose of improving the buyer's mood or disposition.  It occurs either due to people taking pleasure in shopping or during periods of depression or stress.  Items purchased during periods of retail therapy are sometimes referred to as "comfort buys" (compare comfort food).  While “therapy” isn’t quite the word I’d use to describe the positive effects of shopping, there are indeed psychological rewards. Remember that saying, “When the going gets tough, the tough go shopping?"  Some people might enjoy going "window shopping" to look at items they want, even if they are not planning to purchase them. Others benefit from an emotional boost they may receive when spending money.  HOW DOES SHOPPING MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER?  Brings happiness: You can get an emotional and psychological boost from ...

Cow Ghee is a type of clarified butter, originating from India. It is commonly used for cooking, as a traditional medicine, and for religious rituals.  Cow Ghee  contains the amino acid tryptophan which promotes relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety.  It also contains antioxidants that help to protect against the damaging effects of stress.  Cow Ghee  helps to improve the quality of your sleep.  In the scriptures  Cow Ghee  has been equated to gold.  It is one of the most sattvic foods and regular consumption of  Cow Ghee  leads to a reduction in stress and anxiety levels.  Anxiety is a sad reality of today’s time that has plagued a number of us in a variety of different ways. Most of the people don’t even realize they have anxiety or don’t take corrective measures until it amplifies and gets out of control.  Ayurveda believes that a lot of mental health or anxiety disorders can be helped by intake or application ...

Eating just half a cup of walnuts reduced stress, anxiety and depression. There are several nutrients in walnuts that could be responsible for the reduced risk of depression and improved mood.  The polyphenols in walnuts can help fight oxidative stress and inflammation.  Walnuts are known to lessen the symptoms of depression, as they are the richest plant-based omega-3 fatty acids.  Walnuts are different from other tree nuts because of their greater antioxidant capacity, polyphenols and ALA content.  Consuming a handful of walnuts reduces cortisol levels related to stress, especially in hypertensive people. Bedtime is a great time to eat walnuts because they have numerous compounds that are tied to healthy sleep patterns.  Magnesium is an essential mineral that helps your body relax, improving sleep quality .  Walnuts may help improve your shut-eye as they have high magnesium content. A 1-ounce serving contains 11% of your daily magnesium requirement. ...

Chamomile is an herb that belongs to the Asteraceae (daisy or sunflower ) plant family and is grown around the world.  The nutrients it contains may help manage diabetes , menstrual pain , and sleep problems .  Chamomile tea is a natural remedy for a wide range of health issues.     Chamomile and its essential oil have been used in Ayurveda .   Most studies showed that daily consumption of chamomile is effective in improving anxiety and no threatening or adverse side effects were reported. In patients diagnosed with anxiety disorder, most studies reported that they observed significant improvements regarding to anxiety symptoms.  Chamomile is also called as "karpurapuspa" in Sanskrit and "Baboona" or "Babuna" in Hindi. Two of the species, Matricaria chamomilla and Chamaemelum nobile, are commonly used to make herbal infusions for beverages . Chamomile, also referred to as "Babune ka Phal" in Hindi, has a stellar reputation for healing, and wi...

Beetroot is a root vegetable with the ability to help us feel relaxed and calm.  Drinking beetroot juice regularly for 7 days may help reduce blood pressure in people with the problem of hypertension.  Beetroot has a soothing secret called betaine. Betaine was first discovered in the juice of sugar beets in the 19th century and these days the amino acid derivative betaine is recognized as being potentially helpful in treating clinical depression.  Beetroot (Shaljam or Chukandar  in Hindi) is a winter vegetable that helps you stay healthy and warm during the cold months. The root veggie can be eaten raw in the form of a cooked, raw salad, boiled or roasted.  SPIRITUAL USE OF BEETROOT  Beetroot symbolizes love and beauty and is sacred to the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite. Romans used beets as an aphrodisiac. The beetroot corresponds to the heart chakra. Beetroot also balances your root chakra that is responsible for keeping you centered, foc...

Sesame seeds are a rich source of the amino acid tyrosine, which is used to produce dopamine , a neurotransmitter responsible for keeping the brain alert and memory sharp. Black sesame seeds may help with stress relief due to their high levels of magnesium and calcium, as well as their content of tryptophan , an amino acid that helps produce serotonin . Black sesame seeds contain magnesium, a mineral that plays a crucial role in relaxing blood vessels and reducing stress. You can even use sesame seed oil to massage to reduce headache. Including magnesium-rich foods like black sesame seeds in your diet can contribute to a sense of calm and relaxation . Tryptophan:  Black sesame seeds contain Tryptophan which is an  amino acid that helps produce serotonin, which can help you feel calm and relaxed, and improve your mood and sleep.  Antioxidants: Black sesame seeds contain antioxidants like sesamin, sesamolin, and sesamol, which can help reduce oxidative stress . Oxidativ...

Superfood for a better mood, everybody's favorite! CHOCOLATESSSSS. Apart from being one of the most popular gifts during Valentine’s week, chocolates can actually help reduce your stress and anxiety levels.  Chocolate contains compounds that stimulate the same receptors in the brain as those triggered by marijuana. Yes you heard it right!  Research shows that eating chocolate really does make you feel good, positively impacting stress levels, memory and mood.  S o it's not your imagination - eating chocolate is an effective way to unwind and relax.   Eating Dark Chocolate releases Phenylethylamine and  Serotonin ,  the combination of the increased levels of these chemicals induce feelings of love . Scientists have found that eating medium-sized bar of dark chocolate (40 grams) per day for two weeks can reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol.  Chocolate contains a stimulant called phenethylamine (PEA). PEA also occurs naturally in the brain, and ...