Matecun Thomas & Olson PLC - February 2020

3 Simple Ways to Beat the Winter Blues Enhance Your Mood! Many people feel down during the winter months. The skies are often gray and many of us are patiently waiting for spring and summer — and sunshine. Constant gray skies can make us feel melancholy, depressed, or anxious. It can be challenging to deal with, especially when you want to go outside or take part in your favorite activities, but you just don’t feel up to it. There are many reasons why people feel depressed or anxious during the winter, but no matter the cause, there are simple ways you can boost your mood. While these aren’t cures, they can go a long way in lifting the veil of melancholy to bring your spirits up and help you feel more relaxed — and more like yourself. VITAMIN D During the winter, millions of people deal with seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. There are many causes of SAD, but one major culprit is a lack of vitamin D. While vitamin D is not a mood enhancer itself, taking a daily vitamin D supplement can do wonders for the mind and body. VITAMIN B6 Vitamin B6 is used in the brain to make serotonin and norepinephrine — two neurochemicals that influence your mood. But don’t just take B6 alone. Instead, take a “B-complex” supplement with all the important B vitamins, many of which help convert sugars into usable energy. This is a great way to elevate your mood and boost your energy. CHAMOMILE If you don’t want to take supplements, chamomile herbal tea is a great mood-lifting option. A lot of people drink chamomile to relax, as it’s a great stress reducer and can elevate your mood. When you can melt the stress away with a warm cup of chamomile (try it mixed with peppermint!), you’ll be left feeling more like yourself.

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