Depressed and Snappy? You Need Serotonin!

 Depressed and snappy? You need serotonin, says Margaret Durst.

Serotonin is the brain chemical that makes us feel happy and content. When we eat a wholesome meal, the body is notified through the release of serotonin that we are well fed, helping us feel content and satisfied. A lack of serotonin causes depression, anxiety, irritability, negativity and food cravings. From a nutritional standpoint, a lack of serotonin is frequently a result of bad diet and food reactions. Read more