Comments for Easy and Natural Ways to Raise Low Serotonin Levels at http://www.ei-resource.org , comment 1 to 21 out of 20 comments http://www.ei-resource.org Thu, 20 Jun 2013 05:51:06 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2893 Was prescribed anti-anxiety tablets a week ago, but they are unopened. I felt the doctor pushed me into taking them. Meditation and diet was never discussed. I have a gut instinct not to take them, and instead find a natural way of boosting serotonin levels. Started meditating yesterday. The results in just one day is amazing. I've taken control of so many unresolved issues today already. I meditated on "emptying my mind", so worries and thoughts aren't making me procrastinate and aren't placing me in that depressive cycle. Thanks for the tip on caffeine, Ashley. That's the next challange :-) - Alegra Fri, 27 May 2011 12:23:59 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2522 I have noticed lately that I have had what I call very uppy downy moods swings, not severe just enough to where I notice it. I have to have my coffee in the morning, otherwise I'm pretty Grumpy, I don't know if it's the fact that I want my alone time, or the coffee, or both. Any how my Doctor says I probably have dysthymia. I use to be very good at meditating and yoga, but have fallen away with my new Massage Therapy business, Husband and Daughter(all with in 2 yrs). We are doing our best to be Gluten Free, have less Dairy and be all around healthy (hubby's allergies) we quit eating pork, and he dosent like an abundance of chicken... we dont drink soda, I could go on but you get the point. I guess its all here I just need to make the time, but any food suggestions would be appreciated greatly. Thanks to the writer of the Article and to all the comments and Suggestions, Good Luck and God Bless us all with higher Serotonin levels!:-* - Mrs.ITS Sat, 26 Feb 2011 04:38:54 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2314 Bridgette, you don't mention whether your diet contains the major sources of the amino acid tryptophan, such as poultry. An adequate intake of tryptophan is essential to maintain serotonin production. - Matthew Hogg Sat, 11 Dec 2010 12:08:58 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2309 I have never suffered depression in my life, and realize how lucky I have been. With menopause, on came depression, chocolate cravings and weight gain. My entire family is insulin resistant, obese, and diabetes runs rampant in my family and several member have died from the disease, I cannot consume over 25 grams of carbs a day, in order to keep my weight down and control my hypoglycemia, and they must be very low glycemic index foods, like broccili, green beans, asparqus, and so on. Any ideas of modifications to raise my serotin levels? - Bridgette Winford Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:34:42 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2292 I have done a lot of research on depression and seritonin levels. If you struggle with anxiety disorders you should stay away from caffine because it triggers depressive moods. Seritonin is eliminated when you have large amounts of caffine. Also being in natural light is more helpful with moods. So far I have been caffine free for 2 months and so far so good. - Ashley Thu, 18 Nov 2010 06:23:33 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2271 Sorry all... I wrote the last post on my cell phone and noticed a few spelling errors and can't go back and edit them. >:( - Joe Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:16:04 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2270 RE: Lacking sunlight I grew up in Alaska and Washington state; both places seriously lacking quality direct bright daily sunlight... especially Seattle! You can buy an expensive light therapy setup or use an equally well designed system I created... I call it Plant Therapy! Since we are much like plants (we need Sunlight, water, good nutrients) I used several inexpensive flourescent wide spectrum and speciality plant lights to do the trick. I set these up as a sort of close proximity light bank and did not have to worry about the heat nor excessive UV woes from the tanning booths. Since some of these light frequnecies are very short it is helpful to keep your light bank close to you. Use this setup while doing and active enlighting meditation and you will seel rapid change for the better. Joe Rollins - Joe Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:12:39 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2268 Hi Jo, I suffer from chronic depression and SAD and find that cloudy days are almost as bad as the dark inter days so for me it really has to be bright sunlight to get the benefits. Any light is better than none though so getting outside for walks might help - exercise obviously helps depression as well. Adrenal fatigue due to chronic stress and other factors, as well as blood sugar imbalance/hypoglycemia, are sometimes contributors to poor sleep patterns. Good luck! - Matthew Hogg Sat, 06 Nov 2010 18:46:18 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2253 I am coming off antidepressants and it is hell, particularly the moodswings- extreme rage and tearfulness. The article is very interesting but we don't have enough sunlight where I live for two and a half hours a day, we have many days without any - did you mean daylight? Also I can't make myself sleep soundly for seven hours a night - I have chronic disturbed sleep and nightmares.So I don't know haw I could get around that. - Jo Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:07:36 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2160 Hi John, I looked at the use of tryptophan in depression during my degree studies and didn't come across any research looking at the timing of protein and carbohydrate consumption - in fact the research base is very small in general although what there is has been quite encouraging. It would seem likely that loading with protein/tryptophan and then having a high carb meal an hour or two later would increase serotonin levels in the brain the most. Eating protein and carbohydrate together would attenuate the blood sugar rise and decrease the amount of insulin released and thus the amount of tryptophan transported across the blood-brain barrier (BBB) into the brain. - Matthew Hogg Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:02:06 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2157 Is it okay to pre-load during breakfast and lunch with high-protein meals containing tryptophan and then switch to a high-carb meal for dinner? Would that get the serotonin flowing? It's so complex to manipulate, well for me it is lol. HELP. How do I manipulate it? :D - John from NJ Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:45:35 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-2034 This article is very informative! Thank you for it! I have depression and I exercise regularly and I always feel so energized and good afterwords. Also the sun always makes me feel good, I already do most of this stuff, but I am looking for something that is maybe a little different to do to be happy!! :D If anyone knows feel free to email me! Thanks again! Korie1019@yahoo.com - Korie S Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:11:20 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-1910 I'm reading a book called "Balance Your Brain, Balance Your Life" and it's really interesting. It definitely addresses the issue of various Neurotransmitters and how they truly affect our overall health and well-being. Dr. Chris Renna is one of the authors. I don't know the doctor or the place he practices, I just saw it online and thought it might help me. I haven't got to the 28-day program yet, but so far I'm really intrigued. - cynloohoo Wed, 02 Jun 2010 19:24:47 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-1393 Thank you for posting this article. I am a firm believer of natural healing. I believe that deliberate life style that promote well being has the ability to prevent and cure illnesses. Therefore, I meditate at least fifteen minutes a day. I am 90% raw vegan and 10% vegetarian. I rock climb for days a week. I run about 3 miles once a week. I also make art. I volunteer. I spend time with my loved ones. Moreover, I enjoy fun activities, such as dancing. A combination of all of these deliberately chosen life style provides me with a very healthy and optimize mind, emotional state, spiritual state and physical well being. Best, Su Wai - EternalSpirit Mon, 01 Mar 2010 04:41:56 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-1328 i want to take this tyme to say thank you to whoever is behind this article.i suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder.but this article has ginen me a million reasons to believe that i can live my life normally and i do not need to sitdown and wait for the medication to do all the work.but instead i have discovered that it all lies with me.i have got the power to bring healing to myself.THANK U VERYMUCH - sibhekinkosimoyo Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:44:37 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-1154 Hey there. I've been struggling with severe and aggressive anger problems lately. I also suffer depression. I always expect the worst and dwell on the past and it's really been putting a tamper on my relationship. My boyfriend has just about had enough but continues to put up with my antics. I used to be heavy into sports and excerise and enjoying nature. I drink nothing but soda and I smoke regularly. And after highschool I stopped The outdoors fun and sports in there entirety and now work 30-40 hours a week and see little to know excersize. Do you think this is my problem? Do u think the information in this article will be somewhat helpful for me? - Jamie lin Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:51:25 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-769 I always remain silent to rise my serotonin level. I talk less to be more at peace. :) - vishal v Thu, 06 Aug 2009 13:31:08 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-291 Hello Mary Ann, I really enjoyed and greatly appreciate this article. Although I would never again eat a dead animal or dairy, you have given other information that is going to help me immensely overcome and teach others more about this needless suffering. I am a firm believer in healing thyself but still have much to learn. It is people like you that are willing to take the time and to tell the truth about these types of illnesses that will help to heal the world. Thank you so very much, Debra Cantrell, I owe you much. - Debra Cantrell Sun, 07 Dec 2008 15:56:12 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-231 Hi Christina, I'm glad you found this article useful. It seems you're not the only one as it has been the site's most popular article for some time now! I myself have struggled with low serotonin as well as seasonal affective disorder (S.A.D). I've found many of the recommendations in this article particularly meditation, exercise (I can currently manage a round of golf), getting to bed at a sensible time and getting sufficient natural light exposure. If the measures in this article don't help you to improve as much as you'd like you can also try nutrients and herbs such as 5HTP, St John's Wort and Rhodiola rosea. Vitamin D may also be helpful particularly in winter(as might light therapy). - Matthew Hogg Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:14:07 +0100 http://www.ei-resource.org/articles/mental-and-emotional-problem-articles/easy-and-natural-ways-to-raise-low-serotonin-levels/#comment-229 this is a really powerful article and something that i will take great comfort and inspiration in. its amazing how simple things can be. - christina Sun, 02 Nov 2008 11:57:17 +0100