Good Mood Food. Is there such a thing? Can the very thing you need to survive alter your outlook on life? Yes. I can and it does. Basically the science of foods affect on mood is based on this: Dietary changes can bring about changes in our brain structure (chemically and physiologically), which can lead to altered behavior. Below is one behaviour that you can change today. The connection between carbohydrates and mood is all about tryptophan, a nonessential amino acid. As more tryptophan enters the brain, more serotonin is synthesized in the brain, and mood tends to improve. Serotonin, known as a mood regulator, is made naturally in the brain from tryptophan with some help from the B vitamins. While tryptophan is found in almost all protein-rich foods, other amino acids are better at passing from the bloodstream into the brain. So you can actually boost your tryptophan levels by eating more carbohydrates; they seem to help eliminate the competition for tryptophan, so more of it can enter the brain. But its important to make smart carbohydrate choices like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes, which also contribute important nutrients and fiber. Eat the right carbs, not just any carb. Foods to avoid: Processed sugars, Gluten and Processed Foods. The list of potentially mood-busting ingredients in processed foods is a long one. Aside from sugar and gluten, they may also contain trans fats, artificial colors, monosodium glutamate (MSG), artificial sweeteners and other synthetic ingredients linked to irritability and poor mood. So basically if you dont want to be a Grouch, simply dont eat out of a trash can. One step in the right direction is identifying good mood foods and gravitating toward them.
Posted on: Wed, 02 Apr 2014 14:54:31 +0000
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