Turmeric: 10 Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric Benefit #5: Depression
Curcumin has also been associated with improving symptoms of major depressive disorder. It is well known that many regulated pathways gone awry are associated with depression. By acting as an anti-inflammatory, curcumin supplementation targets several of the malfunctioning pathways.
Decreased levels of serotonin and dopamine or the “happy” chemicals are associated with major depressive disorder symptoms. A hormone called brain-derived neurotropic factor (BDNF) is decreased in brain disorders and illnesses. Additionally, it is known to assist in serotonin and dopamine production. Studies have shown that curcumin can boost BDNF that then increases serotonin and dopamine production thus improving mood-related symptoms.
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