Neurotransmitters and nutrition

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are the brain's chemical messengers. Neurotransmitters determine the pathways of stimulus conduction through neurons and thus how we think and what our mood is. Does a deficiency of certain neurotransmitters develop? Then communication in the brain proceeds differently and (psychological) problems may arise.

Neurotransmitters through food and supplements

The building blocks of various neurotransmitters can be obtained from food. When processing food, we depend primarily on our gut flora. Without the right bacteria and fungi, we simply cannot convert food in the right proportions into substances useful to us. So the first step is to ensure that the right bacteria are present in the gut. This is especially important after antibiotic cures and food poisoning.

Step 1

Buying the right probiotics. When buying probiotics, it is advisable to buy 1 that has the main strains of bacteria involved from pre-digesting our food. The best one I have found is this one:

Ultra Jarrow Dophillus and can be purchased at.

Bodystore | Smeets and Grass

Step 2

Make it easier for neurotransmitters to enter brain cells and connect with receptors more easily by getting the right omega 3. We are talking about DHA and EPA. The best sources are fresh oily fish or supplements such as krill, fish or algae oil. Krill oil works a little better than fish oil and algae oil is vegetarian/vegan.

Step 3

Through food or supplements, make sure you get enough vitamin B (1,2,3,6 and 12), vitamin C, vitamin D (sunlight), magnesium, potassium, calcium, copper and iron. This is because these excipients ensure the correct conversion of food into neurotransmitters. With a varied diet, you can get all these excipients. Supplementing with a good multivitamin is possible, but not always necessary.

Stap 4

In general, most neurotransmitters are made from amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. So eating protein-rich food temporarily can help prevent deficiency of neurotransmitters.

Eat the following foods more often as basic raw materials for neurotransmitters. Take into account any allergens and, in the case of animal foods, make sure they are animal-friendly and healthy.

Neurotramitter test

We have our clients who opt for trip therapy complete an intake and neurotransmitter test. On the basis of the questions, we get an indication of whether there is a shortage of certain neurotransmitters. Even before the psychedelic session, we use nutrition and advice on supplements to get the neurotransmitters more in balance so that the psychedelic session has even more effect.

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The relationship between food and how we feel is stronger than what many people think. The more we learn about health, the better we can act against depression, anxiety and other psychological or also physical complaints. Also read our other blog posts on nutrition and (mental) health.

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