Foods that Promote Neurotransmitter Synthesis

Serotonin (& melatonin)

Salmon, turkey, chicken, lean meets

Soy protein – tofu, tempeh, soy milk, soy yogurt, soy beans, soy nuts

Brown rice

Brewer’s yeast

Avocados/guacamole

Almonds, peanuts, walnuts, hazelnuts

Seaweed, Blue-green algae

Oats/oatmeal

Rice bran

Cottage cheese

Yogurt

Sunflower seeds

Wheat germ

Whole grains

Broccoli

Ginger

Onions

Asparagus

Kale

Bananas, dates, figs

Pears, Peaches and Apricots

Strawberries

Blueberries

Flaxseeds

Green leafy vegetables

 

Cherries – melatonin

Ginger – melatonin

Dopamine & Norepinephrine

Almonds

Avocados

Bananas

Lima beans

Pumpkin seeds

Sesame seeds

Chicken

Turkey

Fish

Tofu

Lentils

Garlic

Onions

Soybeans

Seeds

Yogurt