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whatwhat is happiness? That question has different subjective answers that border on the philosophical edge; According to psychology, happiness is not an entity that must be pursued insistently, but rather a state associated with a positive emotion.
According to what was expressed by the academic of the Faculty of Psychology of the UNAM, Hugo Sánchez, happiness is given by events and things that meet our needs. In that sense, according to the World Happiness Report 2022Mexico was located in position 46 of said list.
The firm Zschimmer & Schwarz specified that there are four key hormones for our state of mind: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphin; they produce what we know as the chemistry of happiness.
Now, if you are looking to find some help to encourage happiness, there are foods that are more likely to produce the so-called “happiness hormone”. Here are five foods that will help you feel happier.
Chocolate
This is the clearest example, chocolate directly affects the production of endorphins. Of course, there are various presentations of this product, but if you want it to have a more precise effect, it is essential to find one that has at least 70% cocoa.
In addition, the best way to consume it is in its sugar-free version, various nutritionists recommend consuming one ounce daily dark chocolate.
Banana
The fruit of happiness is rich in antioxidantsvitamins and food prebiotics that contribute to digestion; By having high levels of tryptophan, the increase in serotonin and melatonin is promoted.
For its consumption there are several options, from a smoothies even in a bowl with yogurt and nuts, which by the way, the fruits also contain properties that will help improve mood by having a high amount of Omega 3 that influences the serotonin generation.
Salmon fish)
It is true that most nutritionists suggest eating salmon to improve diets and personal goals, but this marine product is also a source of fatty acids and Omega 3 that benefits the generation of serotonin, benefits the heart and the health of the blood vessels.
In addition, not only salmon has these properties, being a high-cost item, you can also resort to tuna and sardines, which among their properties have amino acids that improve our state of mind.
Red meat
Yes, we know that this type of food is one of those that nutritionists limit first, but having a moderate consumption helps happiness by containing a great source of tryptophan, protein and vitamins that benefit the creation of serotonin.
cranberries and walnuts
This berry contains antioxidants that benefit the body, if it is combined with nuts, the result is greater, since these seeds with a great source of vitamin E and omega 3. So do not hesitate to include them in your diet either in breakfast, snack or dinner.