# @emonthebrain on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CwSfZHpIaIu
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/19032515-emonthebrain-instagram
- **Posted:** 2023-08-23T13:33:50.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Emily McDonald (@emonthebrain) — https://gondola.cc/emonthebrain

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Science behind the tips⬇️⬇️

1: limit/avoid alcohol
alc causes dna methylation which changes the way our dna is read and made into protein! 
Gene expression changes & predisposes us to anxiety 🧬

2: exercise
increase blood flow to the brain and body +++ endocannabinoids for a natural high 🥰
even a morning walk can decrease activity in the amygdala which decreases feelings of anxiety/stress

3: probiotics
the gut & brain are connected! Studies show that probiotics can help boost your mood🧠😊

4: Great quality DEEP sleep
Deep sleep is important for the body and brain to regenerate as well as saving short term memories into long term memory! 
aka “memory consolidation” 😴

5: Sunlight & vitamin d ☀️
great for setting our circadian rhythm, melatonin release at night, AND vitamin d increases the activity of serotonin which helps boost our mood ✨

Sending LOVE !! 💖
Em

#emonthebrain 
#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #brainhealth #brainhack #selfcare #wellness #wellnessjourney #neuroscience #health

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brainhealth, wellnessjourney, neuroscience, emonthebrain, brainhack, selfcare, mentalhealth, wellness, mentalhealthmatters, health

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