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Dopamine fasting can reset brain receptors from "summary" of Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke
Dopamine fasting involves abstaining from activities that stimulate the brain's reward system, such as social media, junk food, and excessive screen time. This temporary break allows the brain's dopamine receptors to reset, becoming more sensitive to dopamine once the fast is over. With repeated exposure to high levels of dopamine from constant stimulation, the receptors can become desensitized, requiring even more stimulation to feel pleasure. By taking a break from these activities, individuals can potentially retrain their brains to be more responsive to natural rewards. This can help reduce cravings for i...
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