{"id":477929,"date":"2023-06-21T09:58:20","date_gmt":"2023-06-21T07:58:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=477929"},"modified":"2024-04-30T11:43:48","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T09:43:48","slug":"dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/","title":{"rendered":"Dopamine Brings Joy and Motivation, but Its Excess Can Be Harmful. Do You Need a Dopamine Detox?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#What_is_dopamine\" title=\"What is dopamine?\">What is dopamine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#What_impact_does_dopamine_have_on_the_body\" title=\"What impact does dopamine have on the body?\">What impact does dopamine have on the body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#What_happens_when_you_have_too_much_or_too_little_dopamine\" title=\"What happens when you have too much or too little dopamine?\">What happens when you have too much or too little dopamine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#1_Symptoms_of_dopamine_deficiency\" title=\"1. Symptoms of dopamine deficiency\">1. Symptoms of dopamine deficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#2_Symptoms_of_dopamine_excess\" title=\"2. Symptoms of dopamine excess\">2. Symptoms of dopamine excess<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#What_is_cheap_dopamine\" title=\"What is cheap dopamine?\">What is cheap dopamine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#What_is_dopamine_detox\" title=\"What is dopamine detox?\">What is dopamine detox?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#How_to_limit_cheap_dopamine\" title=\"How to limit cheap dopamine?\">How to limit cheap dopamine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#Why_choose_slow_dopamine_instead\" title=\"Why choose slow dopamine instead?\">Why choose slow dopamine instead?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#How_to_increase_dopamine_in_a_healthy_way\" title=\"How to increase dopamine in a healthy way?\">How to increase dopamine in a healthy way?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/dopamine-brings-joy-and-motivation-but-its-excess-can-be-harmful-do-you-need-a-dopamine-detox\/#What_should_you_remember\" title=\"What should you remember?\">What should you remember?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>What do receiving a long-awaited package, passing a difficult exam, or achieving a long-term goal have in common? It&#8217;s mainly the feeling of <strong>joy and satisfaction, largely attributed to dopamine.<\/strong> However, this substance also has its dark side. It&#8217;s associated, for example, with the development of addictions, not only to alcohol or drugs but also to social media. More and more people in modern society are struggling with this and attempting to address it through dopamine detox. <strong>Is the situation with dopamine really that serious, and what can happen when you have a deficiency of it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_dopamine\"><\/span>What is dopamine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use social media, you have surely experienced a similar scenario. You want to share the joy of a beautiful moment in your life with your virtual surroundings, so you post a photo from your vacation or the gym where you&#8217;re working hard on your body. With each received like and heart, a feeling of bliss increases, and you somehow feel more content. Or maybe you&#8217;ve experienced a moment where a piece of chocolate helped you chase away a bad mood? In such moments, our brain releases the <strong>neurotransmitter dopamine, which is largely responsible for those pleasant feelings.<\/strong> It is often referred to as the &#8220;happiness hormone&#8221; for good reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine is one of the signalling molecules in your brain that<strong> is derived from the amino acid <\/strong><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/tyrosine-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>tyrosin<\/strong><\/a><strong>. <\/strong>It acts as a messenger, transmitting information from one nerve cell to another. As a result, you receive a message that something has happened or is likely to happen, and your nervous system reacts accordingly. Dopamine is involved in regulating a wide range of normal processes in the body, <strong>such as mood, emotional experience, motivation, decision-making, and movement.<\/strong> It has a tremendous influence on how you feel and to a significant extent, it also affects your behaviour. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is dopamine a reward for your brain?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine plays a crucial role in the brain&#8217;s reward system. When you achieve something, like lifting your desired 100 kg in deadlift, passing a difficult exam, or getting a promotion at work, your brain rewards you by releasing dopamine, <strong>which is responsible for the well-known euphoric feeling that your mind remembers and wants to experience again, and even more intensely.<\/strong> The brain perceives it as a sweet reward that it wants to indulge in as often as possible, which serves as a motivation to repeat the behaviour. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1158676689-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"What is dopamine?\" class=\"wp-image-476895\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"What is dopamine?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1158676689-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1158676689-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1158676689-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1158676689-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_impact_does_dopamine_have_on_the_body\"><\/span>What impact does dopamine have on the body?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like other neurotransmitters (such as serotonin, norepinephrine, and others), dopamine has complex effects on the entire body. <strong>It motivates you to do things that evoke good feelings.<\/strong> It also contributes to the quality of movement by ensuring proper coordination of muscles and balance. Similarly, it also influences brain functions, particularly the ability to concentrate. <strong>However, these positive effects are associated only with a healthy level of dopamine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. It enhances cognitive functions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine is found in greater quantities in brain regions responsible for your <strong>memory, thinking, and ability to concentrate.<\/strong> According to studies, an optimal dopamine level is also associated with better ability to <strong>memorize and subsequently recall new information.<\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[3]<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you struggle with concentration, nootropics might be able to help you. You can find all the essential information about them in our article <strong><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/nootropics-to-improve-brain-and-memory-functions-that-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Nootropika: L\u00e1tky ke zlep\u0161en\u00ed koncentrace i pam\u011bti. Kter\u00e1 jsou ta nejlep\u0161\u00ed? (opens in a new tab)\">Nootropics: Substances for Improving Concentration and Memory. Which Ones Are the Best?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"1124\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_53745-747x1124.jpg\" alt=\"What are the effects of dopamine?\" class=\"wp-image-476912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_53745-747x1124.jpg 747w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_53745-266x400.jpg 266w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_53745-1021x1536.jpg 1021w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_53745.jpg 1330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. It supports motor functions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This neurotransmitter is also found in the basal ganglia, which is a part of the brain which plays a key role in motor functions. Its task is to <strong>control and regulate movement.<\/strong> An optimal level of dopamine is therefore necessary for proper movement coordination. <span style=\"color: #ff6600; font-size: 1rem;\">[4]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. It improves mood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine can create a <strong>symphony of contentment and positive mood<\/strong> in your head. This is manifested by an interest in the surroundings and a desire to socialize. <span style=\"color: #ff6600; font-size: 1rem;\">[5]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. It increases motivation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine can be behind your <strong>internal drive or motivation to act, learn something new, or step out of our comfort zone.<\/strong> It fuels your desire to achieve something new or, conversely, repeat pleasant experiences from the past<span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">. <\/span><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[5]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. It regulates wakefulness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to scientists, this substance can also influence when you feel awake and when you feel sleepy, as it is related to your circadian rhythm. When dopamine binds to its receptors, it suppresses the effects of norepinephrine, thereby reducing the production of the sleep hormone melatonin. As a result,<strong> you might feel more awake and focused during the day.<\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">&nbsp;<span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[6]&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_you_have_too_much_or_too_little_dopamine\"><\/span>What happens when you have too much or too little dopamine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, dopamine is not that simple, and its levels can easily get out of control. Genetics play a role, as do daily habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Symptoms_of_dopamine_deficiency\"><\/span>1. Symptoms of dopamine deficiency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Insufficient dopamine production in the body can be caused by genetic disorders, neurodegenerative diseases (such as Parkinson&#8217;s disease), or mental illnesses. However, its natural synthesis can also be disrupted by the use of alcohol or drugs. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7\u20138]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can dopamine deficiency lead to?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Low motivation and interest:<\/strong> Decreased interest in the surroundings, hobbies, and activities that used to matter to a person. Apathy, indifference, and demotivation in pursuing any goals may also occur. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[8]&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mood disorders or depression:<\/strong> Mood swings, feelings of sadness, frustration, dissatisfaction, or anxiety. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[8]<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Movement disorders:<\/strong> Problems with movement coordination, stiffness, or muscle tremors. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[24]&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cognitive function problems:<\/strong> Impaired memory, thinking, and concentration (brain fog). <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[8]<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other changes in behaviour and experience:<\/strong> Increased sugar cravings, fatigue, low libido, and sleep disorders.<span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[24]<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1207723226-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"What can the lack of dopamine lead to?\" class=\"wp-image-476928\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"What can the lack of dopamine lead to?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1207723226-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1207723226-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1207723226-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1207723226-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Symptoms_of_dopamine_excess\"><\/span>2. Symptoms of dopamine excess<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain diseases or congenital defects can cause your body to produce an excess of dopamine. However, risky behaviour can also be a cause. When you <strong>repeatedly engage in activities that provide a quick dopamine boost, you can easily develop an addiction to them.<\/strong> This can include alcohol and drug use, as well as seemingly innocent activities like scrolling through social media or watching pornography. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can the excess of dopamine lead to?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mood disorders:<\/strong> Mood swings, irritability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduced empathy:<\/strong> Decreased interest in other people, antisocial behaviour. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[26]<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hyperactivity and impulsivity:<\/strong> Excessive mental and physical activity, restlessness, or nervousness. In extreme cases, it can also lead to aggression. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[25]<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sleep disorders:<\/strong> Trouble falling asleep, restless sleep.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulty concentrating:<\/strong> Trouble focusing on a single task or sustaining attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychosis:<\/strong> In extreme cases, it can lead to hallucinations and delusions. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[25]&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1170896011-1124x632.jpg\" alt=\"What can the excess of dopamine lead to?\" class=\"wp-image-476944\" style=\"width:843px;height:474px\" title=\"What can the excess of dopamine lead to?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1170896011-1124x632.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1170896011-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1170896011-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1170896011-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ADHD and dopamine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Imbalanced dopamine levels are also observed in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Most commonly, it involves low dopamine levels or a deficiency of dopamine receptors. <strong>This can make it more challenging for people with ADHD to find satisfaction and stick with activities.<\/strong> However, the exact mechanism linking the dopamine system to ADHD is likely much more complex. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[10\u201311]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"38887,77104,5075,67396,6503,74083,29401,37963,28554,41356,258,53755\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_cheap_dopamine\"><\/span>What is cheap dopamine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine motivates you to do things that make your everyday life better. In today&#8217;s world, there are easily accessible tools that can instantly increase the levels of this substance. <strong>Quick satisfaction can be found in sugary food, social media, playing video games, impulsive online shopping, watching TikTok videos, or even pornography.<\/strong> By engaging in these activities, you passively acquire cheap dopamine, which is available to you in almost unlimited quantities. However, after the instant increase, you experience a rapid drop. So you immediately watch another TikTok video that the smart algorithm has prepared for you, and the dopamine roller coaster continues. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[12\u201313]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you become addicted to dopamine?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem is that you quickly become accustomed to it, and you <strong>need larger and larger amounts of energizing stimuli to achieve the same satisfaction.<\/strong> Checking social media every half hour is no longer enough for you, and you reach for your smartphone again within a few minutes. Over time, you may even reach a point where you <strong>seek cheap dopamine just to avoid feeling down.<\/strong> You fly on a dopamine cloud so often that it becomes your new normal, and you feel like you can&#8217;t do without these stimuli anymore. It&#8217;s probably not surprising that <strong>this neurotransmitter is closely related to the development of addiction to alcohol or drugs.&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[14]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Then it becomes difficult to function in the real world, where <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/self-discipline-the-key-to-success-in-sport-and-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>discipline<\/strong><\/a><strong>, patience, and perseverance <\/strong>are necessary to experience the blissful feeling of self-satisfaction. Nature has cleverly designed it this way because it rewards you for mastering difficult things that motivate you to live better. However, it is more convenient to stick with quick satisfaction instead of pursuing long-term goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your overstimulated brain can cope with this situation by reducing the number of dopamine receptors, which <strong>negatively affects the function of the entire dopamine system.<\/strong> The result is the symptoms mentioned earlier, including mood swings, depression, or concentration problems. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[12\u201313]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1421037109-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Dopamine addiction\" class=\"wp-image-476958\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"Dopamine addiction\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1421037109-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1421037109-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1421037109-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1421037109-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_dopamine_detox\"><\/span>What is dopamine detox?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself losing control over the consumption of social media or other sources of fast dopamine, a dopamine detox might benefit you. However, take this term with a grain of salt. It is not a detox in the true sense of the word, as dopamine will still be produced in your body; you just limit the activities that may harm you. <strong>The goal of this dopamine fast is to regain control over your own behaviour. <\/strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[15]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_limit_cheap_dopamine\"><\/span>How to limit cheap dopamine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Try to be offline for at least a few hours each week<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Engage in activities that occupy your mind and reduce the constant need to check your smartphone. Ideal activities include <strong>exercising, going on walks, reading books, spending time with family or friends.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Turn off message notifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>f you don&#8217;t have any urgent matters to attend to, <strong>you don&#8217;t have to respond to every message immediately.<\/strong> Set specific times or intervals, such as once an hour, to address what needs to be done. If you constantly feel like you&#8217;re missing out on something when you&#8217;re not online, you might be experiencing the phenomenon called FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). You can learn more about it in the article<span style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"ek-link\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 1rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/fomo-how-to-get-rid-of-the-fear-of-missing-out-on-something-in-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>FOMO: How to Overcome the Fear of Missing Out in Life?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Set a maximum time spent on social media<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most social media platforms have a <strong>feature to set a time limit,<\/strong> after which you will receive a notification. This allows you to have better control over how much time you spend on social media. As for the specific time to set during the dopamine detox, find your daily average and set a slightly lower value that you strive to adhere to and potentially decrease over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Monitor your diet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you often struggle with cravings for unhealthy food, it&#8217;s possible that your diet is not well-balanced and lacks certain nutrients. <strong>Focus on consuming quality protein, complex<\/strong> <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/12-healthy-high-carb-foods-to-add-to-your-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>carbohydrates<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/fats-which-are-bad-and-which-are-good\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>fats<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> <strong>fruits, and vegetables<\/strong> following the principles of a <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-healthy-diet-and-how-to-learn-to-eat-healthy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">healthy plate<\/a>. When you have an adequate variety of nutrients in your diet, it becomes easier to resist sweets or savoury treats from fast foods, which are associated with quick satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"899\" height=\"1124\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_3155-899x1124.jpg\" alt=\"What is dopamine detox?\" class=\"wp-image-477008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_3155-899x1124.jpg 899w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_3155-320x400.jpg 320w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_3155-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_3155-1639x2048.jpg 1639w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_3155-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 899px) 100vw, 899px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Go on a weekend trip to nature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During your trips, <strong>try to completely disconnect from the online world.<\/strong> In some places, you may not even have a signal, which can be beneficial. And don&#8217;t worry, you can still share your stories and photos from the visited places on social media after your return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in hiking and want to learn about its effects on health, you can read the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/mental-well-being-weight-loss-and-improved-sleep-what-are-other-benefits-of-the-great-outdoors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Mental Well-Being, Weight Loss, and Better Sleep: What Are Other Benefits of Hiking?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Regain control over your own behaviour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before reaching for your smartphone, sweets, or mindlessly purchasing more clothes from an online store, <strong>think about whether you really need that right now.<\/strong> Try to wait a few minutes; perhaps the urge will pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Choose healthier sources of dopamine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Go for a walk, jog, or try other <strong>beneficial activities that can contribute to a healthy increase in dopamine,<\/strong> which we will discuss further in the article.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If social media is your weakness and you want to limit it, you can find practical tips on how to do so in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-does-the-endless-scrolling-on-social-media-affect-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>How Does Endless Scrolling on Social Networks Affect You<\/strong><\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-does-the-endless-scrolling-on-social-media-affect-us\/\">?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_choose_slow_dopamine_instead\"><\/span>Why choose slow dopamine instead?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are bombarded with temptations from all sides and can easily obtain cheap dopamine with a touch of your smartphone, it&#8217;s difficult to choose the more challenging path. <strong>Why read a book instead of watching an entertaining YouTube video? Why work hard towards long-term goals when the results may not be visible for months? Why go out and build new social connections<\/strong> when it requires much more effort? <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the benefits of slow dopamine?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The feeling of contentment will last much longer than receiving a like on Instagram.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your dopamine levels won&#8217;t fluctuate rapidly, which means you won&#8217;t have an immediate need for another dose from cheap sources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will become more balanced and develop willpower and patience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will learn to follow through with things until successful completion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You won&#8217;t engage in addictive behaviors, and your life won&#8217;t be controlled by the desire for instant gratification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will cultivate healthy habits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_9370-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"How to increase dopamine?\" class=\"wp-image-477024\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"How to increase dopamine?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_9370-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_9370-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_9370-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_9370-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_increase_dopamine_in_a_healthy_way\"><\/span>How to increase dopamine in a healthy way?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to wait until you successfully achieve a long-term goal to experience the positive effects of dopamine. <strong>You can also maintain optimal levels of this happiness hormone through healthy daily habits.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Get 7-9 hours of sleep every day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>High-quality <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/sleep-the-most-effective-energy-booster-and-fat-burner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">sleep<\/a> is crucial not only for the regeneration of your body and hormonal health, but also for returning dopamine levels to an optimal state; meaning that it is essential for the proper functioning of the dopamine system. When you are well-rested, <strong>you are more likely to resist the temptation of scrolling through social media and other cheap dopamine sources.<\/strong> On the other hand, sleep deprivation can damage dopamine receptors, preventing this neurotransmitter from binding and activating its effects. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[11, 14]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have trouble sleeping, try the tips in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-fall-asleep-quickly-try-these-simple-tips-for-a-better-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>How to Fall Asleep Quickly? Try Simple Tips for Better Sleep.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Be active<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you go for a walk, visit the gym, practise <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/yoga-the-key-to-physical-and-mental-balance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">yoga<\/a>, or do some gardening, <strong>the reward will be improved mood and focus.<\/strong> Even short activities lasting 20\u201330 minutes can have a positive effect.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[17]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical activities have numerous other health benefits. You can learn more about them in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/why-should-you-exercise-stronger-immunity-heart-health-and-8-other-reasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Why Exercise and Work Out? Stronger Immunity, Heart, and 8 Other Reasons.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/241A4690-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Dopamine and exercise\" class=\"wp-image-477040\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"Dopamine and exercise\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/241A4690-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/241A4690-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/241A4690-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/241A4690-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Spend time outdoors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunlight that touches your skin not only affects <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-d3-1000-iu-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">vitamin D<\/a> synthesis, but also triggers the <strong>release of dopamine.<\/strong> Try to go outside for a few minutes right after waking up and soak in some morning sunlight. A healthy dose of dopamine will make your morning more enjoyable. However, avoid excessive sun exposure during the day and protect your skin with creams with an adequate level of UV protection when <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/the-best-foods-and-nutrients-for-a-bronze-tan-and-youthful-skin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">sunbathing<\/a>. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[18\u201319]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can try going for a bike ride outdoors as well. Besides obtaining a bunch of healthy dopamine, cycling offers other benefits, which you can learn more about in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/cycling-can-help-tone-legs-buttocks-and-lose-weight-what-else-can-it-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Cycling Strengthens Legs, Glutes, and Aids in Weight Loss. What else can it do?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Listen to music<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Listening to the sound of your favourite music through headphones can not only enhance your workout, but also greatly improve your day. Studies have shown that <strong>listening to music can increase dopamine levels.<\/strong> For the best effect, opt for relaxing music rather than hardcore metal. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[17, 20]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1294500868-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Dopamine and music\" class=\"wp-image-477056\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"Dopamine and music\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1294500868-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1294500868-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1294500868-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/iStock-1294500868-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Try meditation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to become a Zen master right away. <strong>Just take a few minutes to close your eyes and focus on your breath.<\/strong> Slowly inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. After a while, you will feel a sense of calmness and increased focus. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[13]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in the topic of meditation and want to learn more, you can find the most essential information in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/meditation-a-way-to-find-inner-peace-improve-concentration-and-sleep-or-reduce-stress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Meditation: A Way to Find Inner Peace, Improve Concentration, Sleep, and Reduce Stress.<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Monitor your protein intake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Foods rich in <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-sneak-more-protein-into-your-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">protein<\/a> (meat, <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/tuna-in-brine-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">fish<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/liquid-egg-whites-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">eggs<\/a>, dairy products, <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/protein-just-whey-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">protein powders<\/a>) <strong>are a source of the amino acid tyrosine, which is used to produce dopamine in the body.<\/strong> By consuming protein, you also take in <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/l-phenylalanine-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">phenylalanine<\/a>, which is able to transform into tyrosine in the body. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[11]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know how much protein to consume daily and what the best sources are, you can read the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/protein-its-functions-in-the-body-recommended-intake-food-sources-and-deficiency-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Protein: Functions in the Body, Optimal Intake, Food Sources, and the Consequences of its Deficiency?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"830\" height=\"1124\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_4029-830x1124.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee and dopamine\" class=\"wp-image-477072\" title=\"Coffee and dopamine\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_4029-830x1124.jpg 830w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_4029-295x400.jpg 295w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_4029-1134x1536.jpg 1134w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_4029-1512x2048.jpg 1512w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/IMG_4029-scaled.jpg 1890w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 830px) 100vw, 830px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Have a cup of coffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Caffeine<\/a> found in coffee has been shown to increase dopamine levels and enhance the availability of dopamine receptors. Caffeine can be found not only in <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/brazilian-coffee-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">coffee<\/a>, but also in <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-matcha-powder-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">tea<\/a> or <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/guarana-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">guarana.<\/a> It can also be found in <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/thor-fuel-vitargo-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">pre-workout supplements<\/a>&nbsp;that aim to prepare the body for physical performance. However, be cautious not to exceed the maximum daily dose of 400 mg of caffeine. Similarly, avoid consuming caffeine later in the afternoon and in the evening to avoid disrupting your sleep. <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[19, 21]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can learn more about the positive effects of coffee in the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/is-coffee-healthy-7-reasons-why-you-should-give-it-a-go\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Is Coffee Healthy? 7 Reasons Why You Should Give It a Chance.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Try supplements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some popular dietary supplements are <strong>closely related to dopamine production<\/strong> and can even increase its levels. These include <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-d3-2000-iu-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">vitamin D<\/a>, <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/chelated-magnesium-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">magnesium<\/a>, <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/omega-3-gym-beam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">omega3 fatty acids<\/a>, <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-turmeric-ginger-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">turmeric<\/a> or velvet bean extract (<em>mucuna pruriens<\/em>). You can also try adaptogens such as <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/ashwagandha-90-caps-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">ashwagandha<\/a> or <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/rhodiola-rosea-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Rhodiola rosea<\/a>, which <strong>both contribute to neurotransmitter regulation.<\/strong> <span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[11, 22, 23]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Adaptogens help regulate mood and also reduce stress and tension. If you want to learn more about the effects of these substances, you can read the article <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/adaptogens-natural-substances-that-help-manage-stress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Adaptogens: Natural Substances That Help Manage Stress.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_remember\"><\/span>What should you remember?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dopamine is a good servant but a bad master. When it&#8217;s perfectly balanced, you feel content and motivated. The problem arises when you succumb to the temptations of cheap dopamine that only satisfies you momentarily, leading you to seek another dose. This can easily lead to dependence on social media, online shopping, or computer games. It is healthier to limit these activities and <strong>replace them with more beneficial sources of dopamine, such as exercise, meditation, or spending more time offline.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a friend who can&#8217;t let go of their phone? Share this article with them and help them overcome their smartphone addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/nootropics-and-the-brain\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"category-button\">\n\t<span class=\"label\">\n\t\tNootropics and the brain\t<\/span>\n\t<svg class=\"icon-cart\" focusable=\"false\">\n\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#icon-cart\"><\/use>\n\t<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"category-button\">\n\t<span class=\"label\">\n\t\tCaffeine\t<\/span>\n\t<svg class=\"icon-cart\" focusable=\"false\">\n\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#icon-cart\"><\/use>\n\t<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is dopamine, and what effects does it have on your body? 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This article will reveal how to increase dopamine levels in a healthy way, and what is dopamine detox.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":129,"featured_media":476875,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_editorskit_title_hidden":false,"_editorskit_reading_time":0,"_editorskit_is_block_options_detached":false,"_editorskit_block_options_position":"{}","footnotes":""},"categories":[97],"tags":[7619,7631,6593,6881],"filter_section":[],"filter_attribute":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-477929","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-fitness-tips","8":"tag-health","9":"tag-healthy-lifestyle","10":"tag-hormones","11":"tag-motivation","12":"h-entry","13":"hentry"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Dopamine Brings Joy and Motivation, but Its Excess Can Be Harmful. 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