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I used to think dopamine was just a chemical in the brain. Turns out, it can make or break a life.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Feb. 7, 2023 – Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that’s made in the brain and acts as a chemical messenger, communicating between nerve cells in the brain and the rest of the body.

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that's made in the brain and acts as a chemical messenger, communicating between nerve cells in the brain and the rest of the body. Dopamine can impact how people think ...

Being thoughtful about food choices can also help ensure your body produces and regulates dopamine properly. Dopamine is ...