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(Healthy) DOPAMINE HACKS

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Social media. Shopping. Procrastination. More shopping. 

There are many ways to get that satisfying ping of dopamine, but not all of them are healthy. 

What is Dopamine? Dopamine, a neurotransmitter made in your brain, stars as the “reward center” and orchestrates memory, movement, motivation, mood, attention, and more. When you experience pleasure—food, sex, check off a to-do—your brain releases dopamine in large amounts, creating oh-so-good feelings, which motivate you to repeat a specific behavior.

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Think of it like this: 

When you eat something super sugary like a donut, your blood sugar levels spike quickly and then crash. Activities can act as the dopamine equivalent of eating a donut by causing dopamine to rapidly increase and then plummet just as fast. 

Repeatedly experiencing these highs and lows can lead to addiction, depression, and anxiety. 

Ofc, there’s a time and place for some “dopamine donuts,” but it’s important to focus on healthy dopamine hits. These highs come from doing things that cause dopamine to rise slowly and remain elevated for some time.

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How to hack a healthier dopamine high: 

  • Eat foods high in dopamine building blocks, like chicken and avocados.
  • Listen to music.
  • Get some sunshine (but please remember to wear SPF).
  • Take a cold shower, or do a cold plunge.
  • Try something new.
  • Exercise (this can even protect our dopamine receptors as we get older).
  • Check something off a list.
  • Play with your pet.
  • Carry out acts of kindness.
  • Get enough Zzzs.
  • Meditate: New research has found that the improved mental and physical health benefits that meditation brings maybe thanks to increased dopamine levels in the brain. One study in particular found a 65% increase in dopamine production in its participants after meditating for one hour, compared with resting quietly.

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Meditation can improve your resilience and brain health.

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Meditating is one of the best wellness practices you can offer your body and mind, according to a study from Massachusetts General Hospital, it can help you improve your resilience and brain health.

According to the researchers, 15% of adults over the age of 60 suffer from a mental disorder such as depression or dementia. These data may be a bit alarming, but don’t worry! You’re just at the perfect age to create new habits and practices that can have a positive impact on your body and mental health.

Among the changes you can implement in your life is meditation. This activity takes no more than 15 minutes a day and can be the first step to start working on your brain health. If you implement it in your daily routine, you will see that very soon your mind will begin to heal, you will be able to find yourself, and the panorama to achieve your goals will open.

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Brain health, resilience and meditation go hand in hand

Yes. Both concepts go hand in hand, and you must begin to consider meditation as a tool to work through the difficult situations of your life or in other words, create resilience.

According to the American Psychiatric Association, resilience is “the process of adapting to difficult or challenging life experiences, especially through mental, emotional, and behavioral flexibility.” It may sound very trite, but growing is maturing, and many times, maturing is leaving behind those things that do not make you feel good.

Breaking patterns, leaving behind relationships, and people, quitting a job, and having uncomfortable conversations, are things that can surely take away your sleep, but through meditation, you can “make peace” with situations and move forward with those decisions that will bring you a benefit. 

Dr. Lazar of Mass General has been working with advanced imaging technology intending to scientifically validate the effects of yoga and meditation on the brain. She believes that throughout our lives, “we mature in many different ways” and that each level of maturation “requires better regulation of emotions and greater resilience.”

So far, his studies have shown that meditation can help you improve your resilience.

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Why is it important to build resilience in your life?

Resilience will help you avoid falling into mental disorders (such as depression and anxiety) in difficult times.

In addition, it is important in your life because it serves as a tool to adapt to change, properly manage stress, overcome trauma, have successful personal relationships, be a better leader, and contribute positively to your community.

Do natural oils really make hair grow? This is the right way to use them

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There are many myths about whether natural oils really help you grow your hair or if they only serve to make it thicker and healthier (which, of course, is no small thing).

Folic acid (Vitamin B9), castor oil, and rosemary are the most talked about options today. They have thousands of searches on TikTok, but do they serve to revitalize your hair? We tell you everything we know about them and their true functions.

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First, what causes your hair to become thin and fall out?

Hair loss is completely normal. Normally, between 50-100 hairs fall out per day. If you think you’re over that amount, maybe it could be a warning sign that something is wrong.

Stress is the main reason why your hair may be falling out. When entering “survival” mode, your organism works differently and does not give the same importance to each of its functions. If you do not suffer from stress and still notice a very high hair loss, you must check if they are not principles of alopecia.

Weight loss, iron deficiency, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can also be one of the reasons for this situation. Equally, the frequency with which you wash it may be affecting you.

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Next, which natural oils are the right ones to use on your hair?

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Rosemary oil

Even though on TikTok rosemary oil is the sensation, among the scientific community, it is not so popular. According to Angela Onuoha, a specialist in cosmetic chemistry, it has not been proven that this oil makes your hair grow.

However, it can help you improve your hair health. You can place about 7 drops of it on your fingers, massage your scalp for 5 minutes, and let it rest for another 15.

Castor oil

If your hair is quite dry, castor oil can help moisturize it. You should use it in moderation and not every day. As it is very thick, it can accumulate and leave your scalp too oily. Apply it before bathing and rinse your hair thoroughly afterward.

Argan oil

Argan oil can protect your hair from UV rays and some environmental factors such as pollution. It can also help your hair feel soft and hydrated. This natural oil can be found in various presentations, from shampoos to sprays.

Folic acid

Folic acid or vitamin B9 is very necessary for the health of your hair. It gives it life and keeps it strong and resilient. It can be found in foods such as spinach, legumes, and grains. As long as you have a balanced diet with these ingredients, you should not take them separately. If you want to do it, consult your doctor first and have blood tests.

Are you lazy going to the gym? Try cozy cardio

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Typically, one has to choose between lying on the couch in full relaxation mode or finding the energy to go to the gym. We recommend you give a chance to “cozy cardio”, the best way to exercise from home.

Cozy Cardio workouts are the ideal way to have the best of both worlds. The important thing is always to try and not stay with the desire, right? If you are struggling to stick to a super elaborate and strict exercise routine, don’t worry, this is a great solution. Cozy cardio consists of a cardio routine you can do from your bedroom or living room where you decide the intensity of the exercises and remain in front of your favorite Netflix marathon.

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Cozy cardio is the best way to start your mornings

The idea is that you relax, prepare a coffee, matcha, or a protein shake, put on a movie/series or music, and let yourself flow in your activity. You can make a treadmill, bike, elliptical, or any device you have available. Remember that it’s always important to listen to your body. If you’re at a stage where you either don’t have the time to exercise or you don’t feel in a good place emotionally or physically, there are exercise alternatives like this that can help.

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For your cozy cardio to be a success, you must set small goals. This will help you stay motivated and with your mind on a goal. Also, you must take care of the atmosphere of the place where you will exercise. To enjoy the experience to the maximum, darken the place, light scented candles if you can, place-colored lights and you’re all set!

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Sound appealing? Tap into the Cozy Cardio workout!

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*excuse my morning appearance lol* Ive got no shot at getting in my 10k steps a day unless I start it off like this + making it as easy and vibey and comfortable as possible and it goes by SO FAST – highly recommend #cozycardio

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