Let’s talk food and mood, in particular serotonin, which plays a role in sleep, mood and feelings of well-being Believe it or not, your diet can alter plasma and brain concentrations of neurotransmitter precursors, in fact, research has shown that eating carbohydrates alone can increase levels of serotonin A quick reminder that tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin, however, amino acids are extremely petty and will compete for uptake in the brain In order to increase serotonin levels (which we know serotonin plays a role in eating behaviors, mood, appetite, sleep and addiction centers of the brain etc) eating carbohydrates alone might be your best option (leave the protein for another meal if neurotransmitter gainz is your goal) “Studies of experimental low carb vs. high carb diets of one week (6), three weeks, six weeks, and one year show a better comparative mood and increased serenity in the high-carb dieters” (Physchology Today) In one study, a drink with 48 grams of carbohydrate and no protein decreased depression, anger, and confusion in women suffering PMS In several reviews, women generally reported having an increased craving for sweets and increased appetite in the premenstrual period...which is why next time your girl is quickly unraveling bring in the carbs . . #briannaapproved #potatodiet #carbs #macros #serotonin #neurotransmitters #neuroscience #mood #foodmood #exudingsex #hotmessexpress #tryptophan (at Ocean Grove, New Jersey) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMeqy5xjxr_/?igshid=17qs3an7lgjue
