The 21st Century is marked by the invention of advanced technology, global trading and commerce, and the unwavering desire to get and preserve it. Because of these factors, business companies compete in a world where the economy works all hours in a day, all the days in a week. This situation has created a need for employees who will work all the day and also even at night. This app restored the lifestyle of all the employees, making the day their bedtime. Adaptation can interrupt with normal body function, disrupt sleeping cycles, and decrease serotonin levels in the body. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter found in the central nervous system and affects many features such as mood, sleep and appetite. This neurotransmitter may also promote cell reproduction.
Studies show that unemployed workers tend to have lesser levels of a “relaxing” hormone called serotonin. Researchers at the University of Buenos Aires led by Doctor. Carlos J, Pirolaa studied 685 workers and with 450 working days to 246 shifts. Results are, serotonin levels of shift workers, measured by blood test. In addition to decreased serotonin levels, shift employees were also tested to have higher cholesterol, hip-to-waist ratio, increased blood pressure, and higher triglyceride levels.
Because serotonin levels regulate sleeping schedule and other body functions, a study by the University of Buenos Aires suggested that fluctuations may provoke what is called Shift Work Sleep Disorder. People with this condition mostly stay awake when they have to sleep. At bedtime, the people can get very lazy. Disturbance is due to the work pattern that occurs during normal sleeping time. As a result of this, people have trouble in sleeping because their bodies are adjusted to stay awake. The time of sleep and awaking is different from what our internal body clock expect.
Some studies have also found that exceptional activity and night shifts may affect the cardiovascular system. These studies suggest that shift work may be directly affect blood pressure and increased body fat, according to researchers from the Buenos Aires study. In addition to disturbing sleep schedule, reduced serotonin levels are also associated with other conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Lifestyle changes can lead to betterment of serotonin. To stabilize serotonin levels, sleep patterns must be regular and dietary supplements must have the vitamins and minerals needed to stabilize serotonin levels. Certain drugs and substances such as caffeine, and antidepressants should be avoided as they may inhibit serotonin production.
People who want to enhance their serotonin levels can use medications to help them with their goal. The amino acid 5-HTP can be taken as an additional and improve the body's power to make serotonin. Another amino acid called L-tryptophan is used by the body to make serotonin. However, before taking these necessities, patients are advised to get the prescription of doctors and other health professionals. People who decide to work at night should get enough rest to lessen the potential negative results A healthy lifestyle and diet can improve serotonin levels and enhance a person's quality of life.
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