Neuroscientists studing the biochemistry of addictions are beginning to understand neurotransmitters and reward pathways, such as eating, and having sex. In a recent study out of Britain, they propose that providing the food rich in precursorsof lost neurotransmitters will boost the levels of those chemicals, and reduce cravings.

I have battled compulsive eating cravings since starting dopamine agonists six years ago. The byproduct of this addiction has been a 40 pound weight gain. Other forms of compulsive behaviors are more apparent to me. Is it possible to reduce some of these neurotransmitter deficiencies by changing one's diet?


http://www.economist.com/science/Pri...ry_id=12415194

@chilles

The answer is Yes. However I just read something on it and I remember the "jist" of it, but don't know where I read it. We have food cravings because our blood sugars are out of balance. For me that is soooo true. When I eat like a diabetic person (I'm not diabetic, but darn close) I don't have food cravings at all. It requires me to drop all the high GI foods and balance my diet. Not an easy thing at all. I also have to think before I put anything in my mouth. A good rule of thumb for me is to eat half of whats on the plate and make two meals out of the one. I have gained back some weight lately after being on the underside for awhile, so I look healthier, but I felt better a few pounds below this... so do I go for looking good or feeling god. I'm starting a gym program end of November. that will affect me to...positively I hope.

I also check my sugar levels with a glucometer when I know things are whacko..... something is always whacko!

GOOD LUCK!