How to Change Brain Chemistry
Through diet.
Amino acids are building blocks of brain chemicals and are found in food. Foods considered healthy for the body may not be healthy for a specific brain.
Through exercise.
Too much exercise can cause a retention of “gas pedal” chemicals which may heighten insecurity and anxiety: too little can contribute to slow nerve transmission, promoting negativity, low self-esteem, and depression.
Through activity.
Time to relax, the type of music we listen to, and the type of activities we choose to do when stressed all affect brain chemistry.
Through insight.
Brain chemistry affects thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors-but thoughts, attitudes, and behavior also affect brain chemistry.
Through medication.
Medication doesn’t change behavior; it changes brain chemistry. Addressing diet, exercise, activity, insight, and life balance can change brain chemistry and may eliminate the need for medication for some people.
