{"id":3054,"date":"2020-08-25T15:40:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-25T13:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flow.bg\/?p=3054"},"modified":"2021-09-18T09:19:09","modified_gmt":"2021-09-18T07:19:09","slug":"hormoni-na-shtastieto-koi-sa-te-i-kak-da-gi-podsilim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flow.bg\/en\/hormoni-na-shtastieto-koi-sa-te-i-kak-da-gi-podsilim\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy hormones: What they are and how to boost them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hormones are chemicals produced by various glands throughout the body. They travel through the circulatory system and play a role in many bodily processes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

One of their important functions is to help regulate your mood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Certain hormones are known to help promote positive feelings, including happiness and pleasure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

And so these Hormones of happiness<\/strong> are<\/h3>\r\n

Dopamine<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n

Also known as the feel-good hormone, dopamine is a hormone and neurotransmitter that is an important part of your brain's reward system. Dopamine is associated with pleasurable sensations, along with learning, memory, motor system function, and more.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Serotonin<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n

\u00a0This hormone (and neurotransmitter) helps regulate your mood, as well as your sleep, appetite, digestion, learning ability, and memory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Oxytocin<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n

\u00a0Often called the "love hormone," oxytocin is essential for birth, breastfeeding, and a healthy parent-child bond. This hormone can also help promote trust, empathy, and bonding in relationships, and oxytocin levels typically increase with physical affection such as kissing, cuddling, and sex.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Endorphins<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n

Endorphins are the body's natural pain reliever that is produced in response to stress or discomfort. Endorphin levels also tend to rise when you engage in activities such as eating, exercising, or having sex.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

How to boost the Happiness Hormones?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n

Here are some answers to the question:<\/p>\r\n

Go outside<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Want to boost your endorphin and serotonin levels? Spending time outdoors in the sunlight is a great way to do this.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

According to a 2008 study, exposure to sunlight can increase the production of both serotonin and endorphins.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Start with at least 10 to 15 minutes outside every day. If you're tired of the same old sights, try exploring a new neighborhood or park.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Make time for exercise<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Exercise has many benefits for physical health. They can also have a positive impact on emotional well-being.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u00a0Regular physical activity can also increase endorphin, dopamine, and serotonin levels, making it a great option for boosting your happy hormones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Have a laugh<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n

Who hasn't heard the old saying, "Laughter is the best medicine"?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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