6 BRAIN CHEMICALS THAT CAN LEAD YOU TO LONGEVITY
Brain Chemicals! That causes us to experience joy, happiness, and emotional connection Dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins are the main neurotransmitters that might fuel the happy feelings you experience throughout the day (sometimes referred to as D.O.S.E.). By sending chemicals from one neuron, or nerve, to the next, the brain interacts with itself. And this constant, quick-fire communication has a major impact on how you feel and behave every day. These neurotransmitter molecules may be divided into two main groups: those that are excitatory, which drive brain activity, or those that are inhibitory, which are more soothing. We talk a lot about how to be happier: have strong connections, see the good in everything, and drink more water. But we don't typically consider what makes us happy. Did you know…