{"id":32912,"date":"2024-01-23T17:34:01","date_gmt":"2024-01-23T22:34:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsgood.vitaminshoppe.com\/?p=32912"},"modified":"2024-01-23T17:34:01","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T22:34:01","slug":"ways-to-boost-endorphins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/ways-to-boost-endorphins\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Natural Ways To Boost Endorphins, Aside From Working Out"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know that exercise makes us feel good\u2014both physically and mentally<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is no coincidence. It\u2019s the result of feel-good neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers, known as endorphins.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You see, when you start working out, your body actually perceives it as stress or pain, triggering your \u201cfight or flight\u201d response and releasing endorphins as an attempt to alleviate any discomfort and elevate the body\u2019s ability to carry on, explains Jerry Bailey, D.C., LA.c., a certified nutritionist, acupuncturist, chiropractor, and functional medicine physician with Lakeside Holistic Health. This is why endorphins are sometimes referred to as the body\u2019s \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8302812\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">natural painkillers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d; they actually activate opioid receptors in the brain that help minimize discomfort.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only do endorphins make you feel good, but they also help your body manage stress by counteracting the effects of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/cortisol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stress hormone cortisol<\/a>. Elevated levels of cortisol have been <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5137920\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">linked to myriad chronic conditions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as cardiovascular disease, mental illness, and even cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another perk of these natural painkillers: Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3104618\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> suggests they might help bolster immune function, enhancing your body&#8217;s ability to fight off disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And though endorphins <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> typically associated with working out (hence the term \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/wellness-and-prevention\/the-truth-behind-runners-high-and-other-mental-benefits-of-running\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">runner\u2019s high<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d), sweating isn\u2019t the only way to ramp up the production of these euphoria-inducing chemicals. Here, experts share a handful of other ways to do it.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em style=\"font-family: 'Josefin Sans', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase;\"><strong>ABOUT OUR EXPERTS:<\/strong><\/em><em><em><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Jerry Bailey, D.C., LA.c., is a certified nutritionist, acupuncturist, chiropractor, and functional medicine physician with Lakeside Holistic Health. <a href=\"https:\/\/aznaturalmedicine.com\/team\/dr-kiera-lane-nmd-lac-diplac-faborm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kiera Lane<\/a>, N.M.D., MSAc, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., is a naturopath, acupuncturist, and the director of Arizona Natural Medicine.<\/span><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>1. Eat dark chocolate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a reason why you feel instantly satisfied after enjoying a couple of bites of dark chocolate; it\u2019s because the chemical compounds that dark chocolate contains actually stimulate endorphin production, explains Bailey. \u201cDark chocolate contains phenylethylamine, which can trigger the release of endorphins,\u201d he says. \u201cAlthough the endorphin rush from eating dark chocolate might not be as pronounced as that from exercise, it can still contribute to improved mood and satisfaction.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. Have satisfying sex<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that endorphins are naturally released during sex? When you\u2019re having sex, your heart rate starts to accelerate and your body works hard, not unlike it does when you\u2019re working out. This, coupled with the potential of orgasm, can trigger the release of endorphins which can have various positive effects, including stress reduction, improved mood, and an overall sense of relaxation, explains naturopath <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aznaturalmedicine.com\/team\/dr-kiera-lane-nmd-lac-diplac-faborm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiera Lane<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, N.M.D., MSAc, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., director of Arizona Natural Medicine. (That\u2019s right; <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/36197910\/#:~:text=The%20evidence%20suggests%20that%20endorphins,of%20sex%2Forgasm%2C%20too\">you don&#8217;t even have to reach the top of the mountain to get an endorphin buzz from sex<\/a>.) <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, individual responses to sexual activity can vary, and factors such as emotional connection, comfort, and overall health influence the impact of sex on endorphin release, she notes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/nutrient-deficiencies-that-affect-libido\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">7 Nutrient Deficiencies That Affect Libido<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If your libido has been MIA, you can invite it back to the party with some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/ashwagandha-libido-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">help from natural supplements<\/a> like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/c\/herbs-natural-remedies\/popular-herbs\/ashwagandha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ashwagandha<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/c\/herbs-natural-remedies\/shop-by-concern\/sexual-wellness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maca<\/a>, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/support-your-libido-naturally\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lifestyle tweaks<\/a> like making stress management a daily priority and scheduling more time for connection (and sleep!).<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. Try Acupuncture<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ancient Chinese healing practice, which involves inserting ultra-fine needles into specific trigger points on the body, is known to stimulate the production of beta-endorphins. \u201cThis response is thought to be the body&#8217;s way of mitigating the minor discomfort caused by the needles, leading to a sense of relaxation and well-being,\u201d says Bailey. \u201cIt\u2019s worth noting, however, that, while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/acupuncture-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acupuncture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can stimulate a significant endorphin release, it may not be as sustained as the one produced by exercise due to the shorter duration of the stimulus.\u201d Still, regular acupuncture sessions can help support a sense of overall well-being, especially for those experiencing depression, anxiety, headaches, or chronic pain, he says.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. Meditate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This age-old practice of enhancing the connection between mind and body by focusing on the present has become increasingly popular in recent decades, as stress levels continue to rise. Though meditation is obviously a very different experience than exercise, it can have a similar effect. In fact, part of the reason it\u2019s so successful at reducing stress is because it triggers the release of beta-endorphins. \u201cWhen you meditate, you create a state of deep relaxation that reduces stress and promotes a sense of peace and well-being, partly mediated by the endorphins,\u201d says Bailey. \u201cThe endorphin rush from meditation might not be as immediate as the one from physical exertion, but its effects can be more lasting, enhancing your mood and stress resilience throughout the day.\u201d That\u2019s why committing to a consistent daily practice is so important, even just for a few minutes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/meditation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Use these tips to get started<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. laugh<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might sound simple (because it is!), but laughing naturally boosts the production of beta-endorphins. \u201cThese have a powerful analgesic effect, which means they help alleviate pain, and are also known to have a role in modulating appetite, releasing sex hormones, and enhancing the immune response,\u201d Bailey explains. As you\u2019ve probably experienced after a solid belly laugh, its mood-enhancing effects are immediate and potent. And, laughter can be quite contagious, so when you laugh, you also encourage someone else to enjoy the good feelings of an endorphin release. Win, win!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all know that exercise makes us feel good\u2014both physically and mentally. This is no coincidence. It\u2019s the result of feel-good neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers, known as endorphins.\u00a0 You see, when you start working out, your body actually perceives it as stress or pain, triggering your \u201cfight or flight\u201d response and releasing endorphins as an<a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaminshoppe.com\/blog\/ways-to-boost-endorphins\/\">Read More <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">5 Natural Ways To Boost Endorphins, Aside From Working 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