{"id":19741,"date":"2018-01-23T12:18:20","date_gmt":"2018-01-23T17:18:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portage.hamakmarketingnumerique.com\/?p=19741"},"modified":"2023-08-25T09:17:22","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T14:17:22","slug":"nine-natural-ways-to-boost-dopamine-levels-and-increase-resistance-to-drugs-and-alcohol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portage.ca\/en\/nine-natural-ways-to-boost-dopamine-levels-and-increase-resistance-to-drugs-and-alcohol\/","title":{"rendered":"Nine natural ways to boost dopamine levels\u2026 and increase resistance to drugs and alcohol"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t

Dopamine is a key brain neurotransmitter that plays a role in motivation, productivity and concentration. Dopamine helps us plan better and resist impulses that could hamper our ability to reach our goals. A low dopamine level can lead to a lack of motivation, fatigue, addictive behaviour (drugs, alcohol, tobacco), mood swings and memory loss.<\/p>\n

Eating tyrosine-rich foods increases dopamine <\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Here is a list of tyrosine-rich foods that may have a direct impact on dopamine levels: almonds, avocados, bananas, beets, cabbage, green tea, lima beans, oregano, peanuts, rosemary, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, turmeric and watermelon.<\/p>\n

To be avoided at all costs: saturated fats and sugars (including artificial sweeteners).<\/p>\n\"dopamine\"\n\n

Exercising<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Exercising is one of the best things we can do for our brain. It increases neuron production and slows down their aging process; it acts on serotonin and norepinephrine levels and helps us manage stressful situations.<\/p>\n

You can reap these benefits without engaging in intense physical activity. Taking walks or doing low-impact exercises such as yoga and tai chi are great for both mind and body.<\/p>\n\"dopamine\"\n\n

Spending more time outdoors<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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The sun’s rays help increase the number of dopamine receptors and produce vitamin D, which activates the genes that release dopamine.<\/p>\n\"dopamine\"\n\n

Meditating<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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More than one thousand studies have provided evidence on the benefits of meditation. People who meditate on a regular basis enjoy increased learning ability, greater creativity and deeper relaxation.<\/p>\n

If meditation isn’t your thing, you can still achieve a meditative state by engaging in creative activities such as photography, drawing and knitting, to name just a few.<\/p>\n\"dopamine\"\n

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Listening to music<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Listening to music can help release dopamine. X-rays show that the brain’s pleasure centers light up when music is played; this also occurs when engaging in other pleasurable activities such as eating, making love, etc.<\/p>\n\n

Massage<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Therapeutic massage increases dopamine and serotonin levels and helps reduce the stress hormone, cortisol.<\/p>\n\n

Petting an animal<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Petting an animal helps increase dopamine levels in the person doing the petting and the pet.<\/p>\n\"dopamine\"\n\n

Sleeping <\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Research suggests that a lack of sleep can affect dopamine receptors and reduce their numbers.<\/p>\n\"dopamine\"\n\n

Taking a cold shower<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Taking a cold shower (14 degrees Celsius) can lead to a substantial increase in dopamine levels: as much as 250%!<\/p>\n

Training your brain to naturally boost its dopamine levels is also a way of training your brain to resist substances that artificially increase dopamine (sugar, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, etc.). <\/strong><\/p>\n

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***This article includes information for educational and should not be interpreted as a recommendation for a particular treatment, product or plan of action. The use of this information should not replace a consultation with or the advice of a qualified professional.<\/p>\n\t

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