The Power of Protein

Nutrition
Written By Vaughn Guenter

Protein is essential for our bodies to function properly, in particular repairing and building tissues. What is less well known is that it can also influence your mood.

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HAPPY HORMONES

Our body relies on a delicate balance of neurotransmitters and hormones to regulate our mood, energy levels, and overall wellbeing. Certain protein-rich foods can help boost the production of these ‘happy hormones’:

  • dopamine - motivation and focus

    • stimulated by lean meat, poultry, cheese, eggs

  • norepinephrine - energy and alertness

    • stimulated by cheese, soybeans, beef, lamb, pork, fish, chicken, nuts, eggs, dairy, beans 

  • acetylcholine - concentration and cognition

    • stimulated by eggs, meats and fish, dairy

Vaughn Guenter

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