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Dopamine is aneurotransmittera chemical in the bodythat carries signals from the brain to the body.
Dopamine performs these important functions despite making up only a small percentageless than 1 percent of the brains neurons.
What happens if you have dopamine deficiency?
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Dopamine deficiency has been linked toneurodegenerative conditionsin the body.
These include sleep deprivation, obesity, drug abuse, saturated fat intake, and stress.
Here’s a closer look at each.
This wakefulness is promoted by dopamine receptorsin particular, the D2 receptor.
These receptors help mediate the functions of dopamine in the body.
Obesity
Among the other issues to which obesity has been linked is dopamine deficiency.
However, these foods produce only short-term enjoyment.
Over time, this can lead to a deficiency.
This loss of interest is commonly referred to asanhedonia.
Decreased levels of dopamine have been associated with major depressive disorders.
Parkinsons Disease
Parkinsons is a disorder of the nervous system.
This disorder may also cause problems with balance during motion.
When there is a dopamine deficit, this can cause the distinct movement difficulties associated with this condition.
How to Treat Low Dopamine Symptoms
Low dopamine levels can produce negative reactions throughout the body.
It is why exercising may sometimes produce a high.
Natural Sources
Your bodys supply of dopamine may be supported by external sources.
Natural sources such as bananas, plantain, and avocado have been found to contain high levels of dopamine.
Apples, eggplant, spinach, and tomatoes have also been recognized as dopamine sources.
Proteins are also notable components in the dopamine production process.
Things start to go south, however, when the body runs low on this neurotransmitter.
This can happen because of a genetic predisposition, obesity, stress, and other causes.
Common symptoms include persistent tiredness, constipation, low moods, sleep disorders, and other negative effects.
Eating well, listening to music, routinely exercising, and socializing can help you avoid dopamine deficiency.
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