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Serotonin is a naturally occurring monoamine neurotransmitter that carries signals between nerve cells throughout your body. Serotonin is a chemical messenger that affects wellbeing and happiness. Serotonin, a hormone and neurotransmitter, is commonly known as the happy chemical.  Serotonin appears to play a role in regulating mood, sleep, digestion, nausea, wound healing, bone health, blood clotting and sexual desire.  Serotonin help with overthinking. Serotonin also reduces moods swings and makes you happier in the long run.  When serotonin is at normal levels, you feel more focused, emotionally stable, happier and calmer.  Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression .  Serotonin helps regulate the body's internal clock, including the ability to feel sleepy, remain asleep, enter rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, and wake in the morning. People with chronic insomnia , unusual sleep patterns, chronic fatigue, or consistently vivid dreams may have seroto...

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 ...

The weight and warmth of a blanket can provide comfort and help you feel more relaxed, making it easier to fall asleep.  A weighted blanket is an especially heavy blanket usually one that weighs between 4 to 30 pounds, that is used as an alternative therapy for several conditions: Sleep aid, reduce anxiety, insomnia, tossing and turning, or other sleep problems.   The pressure of weighted blankets puts your autonomic nervous system into “rest” mode, reducing some of the symptoms of anxiety, such as a quickened heart rate or breathing. This can provide an overall sense of calm.  The reason weighted blankets are beneficial for sleep is due to the fact that deep pressure can help facilitate the release of serotonin (the happy neurotransmitter), and then serotonin helps in the production of melatonin (our sleepy hormone). 2020 research reported that weighted blankets may be helpful in relieving anxiety by helping with emotional and physical regulation. In another study, 63 p...

Incense is an aromatic biotic material that releases fragrant smoke when burnt. The term is used for either the material or the aroma . Incense is used for aesthetic reasons, religious worship, aromatherapy , meditation , and ceremony. It may also be used as a simple deodorant or insect repellent.  Incense has been around since ancient times and is an incredible way to calm your mind and body. It's a popular form of aromatherapy that helps to improve overall well-being. Its subtle yet powerful scent helps to reduce stress and anxiety levels while providing a sense of peace and calm.  Hindus, especially the Śaivas, use incense for ritual and domestic offerings, and so do Buddhists, who burn it at festivals and initiations as well as at daily rites. In China incense was burned during festivals and processions to honour ancestors and household gods, and in Japan it was incorporated into Shintō ritual. A wide variety of herbs can be burned as incense, each with unique properti...

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...

Honey is a brown, sticky, sugar-saturated solution made by bees. Honey bees or forage bees collect nectar from flowers and add some enzymes to the nectar. Honey may help with stress, depression, and anxiety because it contains compounds that can reduce inflammation in the brain, support a healthy nervous system, improve cognition, and increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. Studies suggest that honey might offer antidepressant , anticonvulsant and anti-anxiety benefits. Most ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese, Mayans, Romans, and Babylonians, used honey both for nutritional purposes and for its medicinal properties. BEST TIME TO TAKE HONEY  Usually the doctors recommend honey to be taken empty stomach early in the morning as it gives an instant kick and energy boost which is enough to counter an entire day. Many people believe that one of the benefits of honey in the morning is detoxification . Those foods with high hot potency pro...

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...