Harmonizing the Happy Hormones

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Embarking on activities such as exercising, cooking, and listening to music can stimulate the release of neurotransmitters that promote joy and happiness. At the same time, it encourages positive emotions, leading to a life filled with bliss and contentment.

Rendezvous with the Happy Four!

These chemicals are essential for overall well-being and can be influenced by physical affection, exercise, and eating.
-Dopamine is linked to pleasure and learning
-Serotonin affects mood and sleep
-Oxytocin is crucial for bonding and empathy 
-Endorphins act as natural pain relievers. 

Harmonizing the Happy Hormones! …How?
-Exercise: 

• Regular Exercise like brisk walking and swimming improves health and mood.
• Dancing in groups or Zumba can also boost social connections and Oxytocin levels.

• Foods rich in tryptophan and protein can help boost Oxytocin production.
• Cherry tomatoes, Dark Chocolates, Nuts, Pineapple, bananas, kiwi, spinach & small fish are happy choices.

• Adequate sleep also makes one happy.
• Sleep is vital for producing hormones like testosterone, leptin, Oxytocin, and Dopamine.

Small changes can boost those Happy Hormones and thus transform them into a Happy You!