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A 19-year-old female asked:
Hello, i am a student researching about the effects of dopamine. i currently have two questions which are; how do doctors identify dopamine levels of patients, and what kind of foods increase, decrease, or regulate dopamine? thank you?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
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Reviewed May 09, 2021
Dr. Harold Mandelanswered
General Practice 40 years experience
There are no tests to accurately measure the level of dopamine in your brain. Dopamine is an essential neurotransmitter which is involved in feeling pleasure and motivating your behavior. Psychotropic drugs carelessly prescribed by psychiatrists which cause dopamine blockade can cause seizures, blackouts, lack of pleasure & motivation & Irreversible Tardive Dyskinesia, which is like Parkinson's.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Reviewed May 09, 2021
Dr. Harold Mandel commented
General Practice 42 years experience
Provided original answer
Almonds & other nuts, bananas & berries, seafood, chocolate & green tea are among foods that can help increase your dopamine levels. Diets which are high in sugar & saturated fats can suppress dopamine levels. I wish you well with your health!
May 8, 2021
Last updated May 9, 2021
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