Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are the brain's chemical messengers. They determine the pathways through which stimuli are conducted through neurons, and thus how we think and what our mood is. If a deficiency occurs in certain neurotransmitters, communication in the brain is disrupted, and (mental) problems can arise.

Neurotransmitters through food and supplements

The building blocks of various neurotransmitters can be obtained from food. When processing food, we primarily rely on our gut flora. Without the right bacteria and fungi, we simply can't convert food into usable substances in the right proportions. The first step, therefore, is to ensure that the right bacteria are present in the intestines. This is especially important after antibiotic treatments and food poisoning.

Step 1

Buy the right probiotics. When purchasing probiotics, it's advisable to choose one that contains the main bacterial strains involved in pre-digesting our food. The best I've found is this one:

Step 2

Ensure that neurotransmitters enter brain cells more easily and connect more easily with their receptors by getting the right omega-3s. These are DHA and EPA. The best sources are fresh oily fish or supplements like krill, fish, or algae oil. Krill oil works slightly better than fish oil, and algae oil is vegetarian/vegan.

Step 3

Ensure you get enough vitamin B (1, 2, 3, 6, and 12), vitamin C, vitamin D (sunlight), magnesium, potassium, calcium, copper, and iron through diet or supplements. These nutrients ensure the proper conversion of food into neurotransmitters. A varied diet can provide you with all these nutrients. Supplementing with a good multivitamin is possible, but not always necessary.

Stap 4

In general, most neurotransmitters are made from amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Therefore, temporarily consuming a high-protein diet can help prevent neurotransmitter deficiencies.

Eat the following foods more often as the foundation for neurotransmitters. Be aware of any allergens and, if you're using animal-based foods, ensure they're animal-friendly and healthy.

Power supply	Dopa	Nora	GABA	Sero	Acet	Taurus	Gluten
Potatoes			✔
Asparagus							✔
Avocado	✔	✔
Bananas			✔	✔
Leafy vegetables			✔
Broccoli			✔				✔
Brown rice				✔
Poultry				✔			✔
Cheese	✔	✔
Cabbage							✔
Nuts	✔	✔	✔	✔
Legumes	✔	✔
Seeds				✔
Free-range eggs	✔	✔			✔
Shellfish						✔
Soybeans					✔
Onions			✔
Meat	✔	✔				✔	✔
Whole wheat					✔
Fish	✔	✔				✔
Seeds	✔	✔
Dairy	✔	✔					✔

Dopamine Norepinephrine GABA Serotonin Acetylcholine Taurine Glutamine

Neurotramitter test

Our clients who choose trip therapy are asked to complete an intake and neurotransmitter test. Based on the questions, we can determine whether there are any neurotransmitter deficiencies. Even before the psychedelic session, we'll use nutrition and supplement recommendations to help balance the neurotransmitters, further enhancing the psychedelic session's effectiveness.

Neurotransmitters and nutrition