Does Food Play a Role in Our Moods?

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:48:29 -0500
healthy-living, jedda, sana

Why do we eat? We eat to celebrate from birthday dinners to post-raise celebratory dinners. Food is always a part of our special moments. Does the food we eat also play a role in the mood we are in?

Photo Credit: Jedda

I honestly feel better if I have something delish in my belly. I spoil myself rotten! If I am feeling crappy and I want a candy bar or something salty and spicy I go for it.

Honestly, when you are down in the dumps are you really going to think if something is healthy? Did not think so.

Let’s talk science.

Tryptophan is an amino acid commonly found in meat, dairy products, nuts, seeds, bananas, soybeans and soy products, tuna, shellfish, and turkey. It is converted to the neurotransmitter serotonin.

What is serotonin?

The secret for a good mood!

I knew food made my mood better, now I even have science to back it up!

Top 10 ways to keep a positive/happy mood- Sana style

1. EAT!

1. Have a tickle fight There is nothing like a good belly hurt’in laugh!

2. Smile at a stranger- don’t worry this is NOT creepy!

3. Have a dance party- location, location, location ( library, rooftops,sidewalks, anywhere)

4. Run through a sprinkler.

5. Play a prank on someone that won’t hate you forever ( Woopie cushion, fake spiders, snake in a can?)

6. Ask for free samples- how can this not make you happy?

7. Dressing room photo shoot.

8. Moonbounce/trampoline/ ballpit.

9. Have a cuddle party (Me, myself and I do this all the time)

10. Youtube ( hahah, we have all done this)

What should #11 be?

- Sana