Naturally Boost Serotonin: Diet, Lifestyle & More

You want to increase your body's levels of serotonin without relying on artificial substances. You can change your daily habits, which will help you boost your serotonin levels. Increasing some nutrients, deleting some substances from your diet, increasing prayer and relaxation, developing a regular sleep schedule and engaging in a moderate exercise program will help to naturally boost your brain's level of serotonin.

Things You'll Need

• Carbohydrate- and tryptophan-rich foods
• Protein-rich foods

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Instructions

• 1

  Add foods rich in carbohydrates and tryptophans to your diet. Increase your intake of protein as well.

• 2

  Begin a meditation or prayer activity. Go to a park to pray or meditate on a regular basis.

• 3

  Institute a regular sleep schedule. Go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every morning.

• 4

  Develop a hobby or become involved in a craft you enjoy. Spending time on this craft or hobby will help you to relax, thus boosting the level of serotonin in your brain.

• 5

  Get involved in an exercise activity that moderately raises your heart level. Actively participating in a physical activity at least four days in a row during the week will boost your levels of serotonin after a period of approximately 60 days.