Low Serotonin: Sober October Day 6

Sober October Day 6. For me, this day was marked by low serotonin. I was cranky, weepy, flat and felt worthless. Remember that you're worth the effort!

Serotonin can be boosted by eating foods high in Tryptophan:

Turkey

Eggs

Cheese

Salmon

Tofu

Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)

Seeds (e.g., pumpkin, chia)

Complex carbohydrates can help your body convert tryptophan to serotonin (eat an hour or two after the protein):

Whole grains (like brown rice, quinoa, millet)

Fruits

Vegetables

Other foods to boost your mood, and to ensure proper gut and brain function:

Probiotics (found in naturally fermented yogurt, sauerkraut, kombucha, kimchi and even pickles)

Dark chocolate

Omega-3 fatty acids (from fatty fish, such as salmon or sardines, or from plant sources like flaxseeds, walnuts, chia seeds, or edamame)

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