To maintain a good mood, you need to choose the “right” products, said the doctor and TV presenter Elena Malysheva on the air of the program “Live healthy!” on Channel One.
We are talking about cottage cheese, walnuts and dark chocolate. For example, cottage cheese promotes the production of serotonin, which is formed by 80% of the bacteria in the large intestine. These bacteria, according to the hosts of the program, need to be “fed” with cottage cheese.
In addition, cottage cheese helps to lose weight, is an excellent source of proteins, B vitamins and healthy fats, as well as calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc and villages.
Walnuts contain omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids that improve brain function, elevate mood, and protect against the development of atherosclerosis. These nuts, despite their high fat content, will help lower blood cholesterol levels.
Recently, scientists from the University of Pennsylvania found that walnuts are the most beneficial nuts, especially for the intestines and heart. If you eat only 60 to 80 grams of these nuts daily, you can significantly improve the functioning of the intestines and heart.
A good mood will be provided by 25-50 grams of high-quality dark chocolate. The substances contained in it dilate blood vessels and lower blood pressure. They have an antioxidant effect, lower cholesterol, help reduce the risk of heart attack, angina pectoris and stroke.
Serotonin, also known as the pleasure hormone, is a well-known regulator of mood and behavior. It is concentrated in the stomach and intestines, in the blood and the central nervous system. With its lack, a person falls into a blues and eats a lot, trying to literally “seize” stress and anxiety.
There is a lot of serotonin in foods high in tryptophan. These are:
- Egg white.
- Cheese.
- Pineapple.
- Tofu. Soy products, like other legumes, are rich in tryptophan.
- Salmon.
- All nuts and seeds contain tryptophan.
- Turkey.
Besides food, what increases serotonin levels?
- < li>Sunshine
- Physical activity that you enjoy. Outdoors is best.
- Proper nutrition.
- A positive outlook on life.
- Healthy, full sleep.
See also: Low blood pressure can indicate serious diseases and even increase their risk. 
Elena Malysheva Medicine TV presenter , general practitioner, cardiologist, teacher, doctor of medical sciences, professor, public figure