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Mood swings  <\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Moments of mood swings can occur in life. The causes can be varied: an unsatisfactory life, challenges to face, tiredness, problems in the family or at work. However, it is important to know that mood can also be influenced by an important hormone, serotonin, also called the ‘feel-good hormone’.  <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The importance of serotonin on mood  <\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Serotonin is a hormone and also a neurotransmitter involved in the function of several organs in the body: brain, intestines, nervous system and in the blood.
\n Its presence or deficiency in the body affects mood, the sleep-wake cycle, hunger and pain perception, concentration and sexual activity. When serotonin is deficient, we can also suffer from depression. Serotonin is also a precursor of melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep-wake rhythms. This is why a serotonin deficiency can lead to sleep disorders.  <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Help from food<\/span><\/h2>\n

Serotonin is contained in an amino acid, tryptophan, which is contained in certain foods that we can introduce into our diet when we experience mood swings: nuts, eggs, salmon, cheese, tofu, pineapple, cocoa, green leafy vegetables. <\/span><\/p>\n

But it is not enough to choose these foods in order to obtain good serotonin levels, as the tryptophan they contain is synthesised with carbohydrates. Ideally, the above foods should be eaten with cereals: rice, oats, buckwheat, spelt or other foods made from wholemeal flour.
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Griffonia simplicifolia and 5-HTP<\/span><\/h2>\n

Griffonia simplicifolia is a tropical plant native to Africa. Also called the ‘African bean’ because of the shape of its bean-like pods, it is known for the properties of its seeds. <\/span><\/p>\n

Griffonia simplicifolia seeds contain 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan), an intermediate metabolite of the amino acid L-tryptophan, a useful precursor of serotonin. <\/span><\/p>\n

The metabolite 5-HTP extracted from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia is found in supplement form and may be useful for coping with:<\/p>\n