What contributes to the release of endorphins?
The hormones dopamine and serotonin.
The first is responsible for pleasure, positive emotions. It is produced when we are in love, eat good food, cuddle, or play sports.
The second hormone, serotonin, is involved in adequate sleep, sexual arousal, suppression of pain. It is synthesized through vitamin D (sunlight) and glucose.
Alcohol, caffeine, and unhealthy foods inhibit the production of both dopamine and serotonin. So during depression, you should
control your eating habits particularly carefully.
