10 Mood-Boosting Ingredients to Stock Up On

Coming off of the energy of summer — along with shorter days and cooler temperatures — it’s natural to feel zapped of energy come fall. But some foods build neurotransmitters which can help boost our mood and energy. While there are more than 70 different neurotransmitters that help control appetite, memory, mental function, energy and sleep, there are three specific hormones — serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine — that are especially important in mood and energy regulation.

Here are 10 foods high in these healthy hormones and other nutrients to keep you energized as the seasons change:

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