Neurotransmitter Impact On Mood Swings

Neurons, better known as nerves are unique cells found in the brain and other parts of the body. Neurotransmitters are nerve signaling chemicals released by the neurons and it carries electrical information which allows cells to communicate. Neurotransmitter affects various aspects of the human body such as sleep regulation, memory, emotions and motivations .

Our behavior, emotions and ability to learn are regulated by various neurotransmitters. Different neurons located at different parts of the brain is known to switch on and off signals that keep us healthy.

'Norepinephrine' & 'Dopamine'
These neurotransmitters makes you feel good, it affects 'motivation,interest,energy and focus. They are associated with positive stress states such as listening to music, relaxing, exercising and affection. They have stimulating effect causing improved cognition, motivation, increased movement and awareness. When your body lack these chemicals, you will experience lack of motivation, drive, interest, focus and difficulty completing the goals you set up to do.

'Serotonin'
Serotonin regulates emotions, moods, sleep and memory. Low serotonin level may cause mood swings, depression, sleep disorder, migraines,anxiety, low energy and panic attacks. Stress can reduce serotonin level.

'Adenosine'
Research also suggests that a chemical called 'adenosine' builds up in our blood while we are awake and causes drowsiness. Adenosine gradually breaks down while we sleep. The accumulation of adenosine in the brain is known to decrease the activity of dopamine and this causes fatigue which thereafter cause you to seek sleep or rest. The adenosine in the body gradually breaks down and cleared during sleep thereby restoring dopamine activity to health level to cause the brain to wake up.

Any imbalance of neurotransmitter levels therefore has tremendous impact to your health. Your overall health and well being is dependent on the complex interaction of the neurotransmitters,hormone and brain chemicals. Low level of these neurotransmitters can cause all sort of illness and disease.

There are various factors that contributes to low level of these neurotransmitters. Poor diet, prolong stress, genetic factors, hormone changes, toxic substances and certain drugs may affect the level of neurotransmitter.

Our body needs adequate proteins, vitamins and minerals to made and maintain healthy level of neurotransmitters. Toxic substances such as pesticides and heavy chemicals such as mercury and lead can damage the nerve cells that produce the neurotransmitters. Antidepressants, alcohol and artificial sweetener may interfere with the nerve cells ability to produce neurotransmitters.

The more we discover and understand how the amazing complex human body works, the more important and opportunity it is for us to maintain good health by adopting healthy life style.