What Is Serotonin?

Symptoms Of A Serotonin Deficiency

An individual needs to have a proper and healthy level of serotonin in their blood, which is defined as a level between 101 and 283 nanograms per milliliter. Serotonin levels that are too high are referred to as carcinoid syndrome, while lower than normal levels are referred to as serotonin deficiency. Serotonin deficiency causes several physical symptoms, including insomnia, carbohydrate cravings, fatigue, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, and weight gain. Psychological symptoms include anxiety, aggression, irritability, poor appetite, depressed mood, impulsive behavior, low self-esteem, and poor memory. The exact causes of serotonin deficiency and its pattern among the population are not understood, but it is thought to be influenced by several factors. An individual who has fewer serotonin receptors, defective serotonin receptors, overabsorption of serotonin, L-tryptophan deficiency, vitamin B-6 deficiency, omega-3 fatty acid deficiency, or vitamin D deficiency is more likely to become deficient in serotonin.

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