Fatigue, irritability, lack of motivation… what if your hormones held the solution?

As for eggs, and in particular the yolks, they constitute an almost perfect food, providing many essential nutrients, often insufficient in the modern diet, such as choline (a component of cell membranes and a precursor of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter essential for learning and memory), omega-3 fatty acids, particularly if the hens are raised in pasture.

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Vegetarian or vegan? Vary your sources of plant-based protein (nuts, tofu, quinoa, buckwheat, legumes, etc.) to cover all the essential amino acids, and make sure to supplement your intake of vitamin B12, iron, zinc, copper, iodine and omega-3 (EPA/DHA), which are often deficient in exclusively plant-based diets.

Boosting self-confidence and connection with others with oxytocin

Nicknamed the “love hormone,” it boosts self-confidence and strengthens attachment to those around us. It fosters tenderness and a sense of connection, from birth and throughout life. When its levels are healthy, it soothes stress, enhances empathy, and supports self-esteem. Conversely, a deficiency promotes anxiety and social withdrawal. Social interactions are its playground: sharing a meal, kissing, playing sports in a group, giving or receiving compliments, helping someone… every interaction stimulates the production of oxytocin.

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