The body’s production of dopamine is two-step. It begins in the brain with the amino acid L-Tyrosine converted into L-Dihydroxyphenylalanine (L-DOPA). Enzymes then convert L-DOPA into dopamine. Dopamine functions as a chemical messenger to the rest of the body.

Dopamine is the neurotransmitter that makes you human. It fuels your drive and maintains your motivation.

It affects your movements, your thinking, and even your sex drive.

Dopamine rewards us with pleasure in things that help us survive, like enjoying food. It is so important that dopamine imbalances can affect your ability to enjoy daily life.

One way to boost your dopamine naturally is to go outside and soak up some sun.

You probably already know that not getting enough sunshine over a long period of time can lead to feelings of depression and sadness. The WHO also linked low sun exposure to an increase in disease burden.

Sunlight provides the body with crucial vitamin D. Vitamin D not only plays a vital role in boosting your immune system, but individuals with high sun exposure have a greater amount of dopamine available than individuals with low sun exposure.

How do you ensure you are getting enough sun especially in the winter months?