5 Natural Ways to Fight Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Winter blues are common, but there is something you can do about it
Are you prone to winter blues? Do you find your mood changes more during the winter months?
You’re not alone.
Every year, roughly 10% of people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or seasonal depression. It’s also more common among women than men. SAD usually affects people in the fall or winter.
More winter days mean shorter days with less sunlight and longer nights. When the days become darker and more gloomy, so is your mood.
If you’re prone to SAD, there is something you can do about it to feel better.
Here are 5 natural ways to fight SAD.
Stay physically active
Exercise boosts serotonin and endorphins in the brain and is an effective way to fight mild depression.
As Dr. Kalin says: “Regular exercise is beneficial with depression and there is some evidence that it is also helpful for seasonal affective disorder. Being on a structured, regular schedule is very important to help with proper sleep hygiene.”
