The findings of this study support the idea that maintaining balanced endorphin levels during the postpartum period could be beneficial in preventing or reducing the risk of postpartum depression (PPD).

This study supports the idea that as pregnancy progresses, the requirement for amino acids, specifically phenylalanine for catecholamine production, increases.

This study supports the idea that as brain chemistry changes throughout pregnancy, so do Gaba receptors. This affects mom’s tendencies to be calm versus anxious or excited.

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