Serotonin
The feel-good hormone. Stabilizes mood, sleep, and digestion.
In general
- Higher
- Restlessness, agitation, rapid heartbeat. Consider speaking with a professional if persistent.
- Typical
- Stable positive mood. Good sleep. Emotionally balanced.
- Lower
- Depression, anxiety, mood swings, insomnia, carb cravings.
For women
- Higher
- Restlessness, agitation, rapid heartbeat. Needs medical attention.
- Typical
- Stable positive mood, emotional balance, good sleep, reduced PMS.
- Lower
- Depression, anxiety, PMS mood swings, insomnia, carb cravings. Very common in females.
For men
- Higher
- Agitation, restlessness, rapid heartbeat. Needs medical attention.
- Typical
- Calm confidence, emotional stability, good sleep, clear thinking.
- Lower
- Depression, irritability, aggression, insomnia, poor impulse control.
If it tends to run high
- Light Exercise
Moderate movement helps regulate serotonin levels without overstimulating the system.
If it tends to run low
- 15 Min Sunlight
Bright light directly stimulates serotonin synthesis in the raphe nuclei of your brain.
- Tryptophan Foods
Eggs, turkey, nuts, and seeds provide the amino acid your body converts into serotonin.
- Social Connection
Meaningful interaction triggers serotonin release. Even a short call with a friend helps.
This page is general education, not medical advice. HormoneGPT shows patterns based on your answers and does not measure serotonin levels. If you are worried about symptoms, talk to a doctor; a blood test is the only way to measure hormone levels.