- The secret to wellness lies in happiness. - 5 neurotransmitters hold the key. - Optimal levels = protection from diseases.
- Chemicals dictate our emotions. - Unreleased chemicals mean unclear emotions. - Stress chemicals are our system's alarm.
- Stress chemicals activate fight or flight. - Necessary for survival. - Vital for pain perception.
- The Fantastic Five: ADOSE. - A stands for Anandamide. - D stands for Dopamine. - O stands for Oxytocin. - S stands for Serotonin. - E stands for Endorphins.
- Endorphins = natural pain relief. - Laugh for 10 mins. - Released through physical activities. - Pleasurable activities count.
- Playfulness releases endorphins. - Playing with kids keeps you young. - Age is just a number.
- Serotonin = healing chemical. - 90% in the gut, 10% in the brain. - Gut bacteria produce it. - Balanced serotonin prevents health issues.
- Vitamin D = serotonin source. - Sunlight is the purest form. - Regular sun exposure recommended. - Vitamin D3 tablets less effective.
- Mindful eating is crucial. - Focus on food, not your smartphone. - Prevents acidity and gut issues. - Promotes happiness.
- Oxytocin = love chemical. - Released with unconditional love. - Strong connection between mother and child. - Starts even before birth.
- Dopamine = pleasure chemical. - Released during pleasurable activities. - Addiction potential. - Lack linked to health issues.
- Anandamide: "anand" means happiness. - A powerful chemical. - The father of the Fantastic Five.