Mood
Record how you feel, from great, happy and relaxed to stressed, tired, anxious, angry or sad.
- Simple emoji based tool to record your daily mood
- Let AmaraHealth guide you to in-App content to address your mood changes
- Track mood by day and view insights over weeks and months
Understanding mood and health and wellbeing
What you put into your body and how you move it directly shapes your mental landscape. Physical activity and nutrition are not just tools for physical fitness; they are powerful, fast-acting mechanisms for mood enhancement.
When you exercise, your brain releases a surge of endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine. According to the NHS, actively moving your body triggers these “feel-good” hormones while lowering cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. These chemical changes immediately reduce stress, boost self-esteem, and manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Simultaneously, your diet fuels your brain’s chemistry. Evidence from the NHS highlights that regular meals prevent the blood sugar crashes that trigger irritability and fatigue. Eating nutrient-dense foods—such as complex carbohydrates, lean proteins, and omega-3 fatty acids—provides a steady supply of energy. Lean proteins supply tryptophan; an amino acid essential for synthesising serotonin to control mood.
Ultimately, combining regular exercise with a balanced diet creates a powerful synergy that stabilises daily energy, sharpens focus, and builds a sustainable foundation for long-term mental wellbeing. https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/nutrition/can-food-boost-your-mood