The human body is filled with melanin. These are the pigments that are contained in the iris of the eyes, in the skin, in the hair. These pigments are produced in the body due to certain substances.
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According to scientists, melanins are the most important catalysts for biochemical processes occurring in the human body. In addition, they are actively involved in the management of stress.
Melanin is formed in the body through the interaction of two amino acids: tryptophan and tyrosine. Therefore, if there is a need to intensify the production of this pigment, you should eat more foods that contribute to this process.
You need to strive to ensure that your nutrition is balanced. The body daily requires a certain amount of protein, fat and carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals contained in a variety of and, importantly, colorful vegetables and fruits.
Tyrosine sources are animal products: meat, fish, liver. But this does not mean that tyrosine is not found in plant foods. Almonds, avocados, beans contain this amino acid in sufficient quantities. Tryptophan is less common, for example, it is found in brown rice and dates. The combination of both acids is in bananas and peanuts.
The production of melanin is impossible without the participation of vitamins A, B10, C, E, carotene. They are found in cereals, cereals, bread. Carotene is most found in orange fruits and vegetables, for example, in carrots, carrot juice, apricots, peaches, pumpkins, melons. In order to stimulate the formation of melanin, legumes such as soy can be used. Melanin is most actively produced under the influence of sunlight, so you should often go for walks when the sun is shining in the sky.
However, there are products that contain substances that impede the production of melanin. These include: smoked foods, pickles and marinades, alcohol, coffee, chocolate, vitamin C.