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Amidst all our worries and tensions, we look for happiness and some moments of joy. While some get happy while talking to their loved ones, happiness for some lies in watching their favourite movie. And some people (just like me) find their happiness in eating food. Did you know that by eating some foods, you can actually boost your happy hormones naturally? If some experts are to be believed, human behavior and mood is majorly impacted by happy hormones namely serotonin, endorphins, dopamine and oxytocin.
So, here are 6 foods that can boost your happy hormones naturally. Have a look:
Avocado
Avocado is an excellent source of vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 plays an essential role in the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter which helps in regulating the mood. One can have avocado in so many ways, right from salads to even raw.
Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate does make us happy, but it is actually a scientific phenomenon. As per some studies, dark chocolate has cocoa which is considered beneficial in releasing endorphins which makes us happy. Dark chocolate also contains magnesium which helps in getting rid of stress as well as anxiety.
Blueberries
Eating berries can never go wrong. Several berries, especially blueberries contain antioxidants, and these antioxidants can prevent anxiety and stress. It can make you calm and stress-free. You can have blueberries in so many ways, right from smoothies to salads to ice creams and what not?
Leafy Greens
Leafy green never fails to amaze us with their amazing benefits. Right from weight loss to better eyesight, from cardiovascular health to maintaining blood sugar levels, leafy greens can do it all. Did you know leafy greens can boost your happy hormones too? Greens like kale, spinach and others contain high content of magnesium which helps in reducing stress and stimulating happy hormones.
Nuts And Seeds
Just like leafy greens, nut and seeds are loaded with the goodness of magnesium, protein and fiber. Consumption of nuts and seeds can help the body in so many ways but not a lot of people know that it can boost some happy hormones too, thanks to its magnesium content. It can prevent anxiety and provide relaxation too.
Banana
Banans are rich in fiber and contain several essential minerals too. Well, bananas can boost happy hormones as well. Bananas are rich in vitamin B6 which helps in the production of serotonin. They can help in regulating mood and calming down your mind.
