The Athletic Development Show

EP.78 - Neurotransmitters and Hormones (Part 1)


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Our thoughts, feelings, and actions are driven almost entirely by chemical signals. Understanding and getting to know these chemicals so you can maximise happiness and health are essential.

In this episode (part one), we cover Dopamine, Serotonin, Melatonin, and Cortisol

Here is that sugar-dopamine video Jacob mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xn1cI8FNU6M

Wikipedia may not be perfect but when it comes to getting acquainted with your chemicals and how they affect everything that makes us us it's hard to beat:

Dopamine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dopamine

Serotonin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serotonin

Melatonin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melatonin

Cortisol: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cortisol

To maximise your melatonin at night try our night time oats recipe a great quick and easy dinner substitute. http://www.coreadvantage.com.au/blog/2016/breakfast-for-dinner

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