4 TIPS TO AVOID A WINTER SLUMP
3) Take care of yourself: Get enough sleep, drink lots of water, eat healthy food and take breaks from work when needed to refresh your mind. Remember that your health is your greatest asset and should be your number one priority at all times. 4) Get a hobby: Now that it’s getting colder, you’re likely spending a lot more time inside. Now is the perfect time to pick up a hobby! You could learn to play an instrument, practice your drawing or painting skills, learn to sew or embroider, or start an indoor herb garden.
Are you feeling a little down this winter? If so, you’re certainly not alone. The winter season is a tough time for many people. The lack of sunlight, cold weather, and shorter days can lead to the winter blues, which causes people to feel tired, lethargic, and less motivated. The winter blues can be triggered by seasonal affective disorder, which causes some people to experience depression during the winter months. The most common symptoms include feeling down or sad, having trouble concentrating, sleeping too much, and gaining weight. Thankfully, there are many ways to reverse your winter slump and beat the winter blues, including: 1) Exercise more: Exercise is one of the best ways to improve your mood. It releases endorphins, which are hormones that create a sense of happiness and euphoria. Exercise also releases serotonin, a neurotransmitter that can help with feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression. If you’re not one to brave the cold weather, know that there are plenty of indoor exercises that can give you a great workout, such as yoga or pilates. 2) Socialize more: Spending time with friends and family lifts your mood and improves your mental health and self-esteem. Feelings of depression thrive when someone feels isolated, so it’s crucial to surround yourself with a healthy and loving support system.
HEALTHY RECIPE
Garlic Parmesan-Stuffed Mushrooms • 15 mushrooms • 1 tbsp canola oil • 2 tbsp garlic, chopped
• ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • 1 tsp black pepper • fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish
• ½ tbsp kosher salt • ½ tbsp black pepper
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened • ¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs
Preheat oven to 350° F (180°C). Cut the stems off of each of the mushrooms and finely chop them, setting the mushroom caps aside for later. Heat the oil in a pan over high heat. Cook the chopped stems with the garlic, salt, and pepper for about six to eight minutes, constantly stirring. Remove from heat. In a medium bowl, combine cooked stems, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, half of the parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper, mixing until evenly combined. Space out the mushroom caps evenly on a baking sheet, upside down. Spoon a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on top of each mushroom. Top each mushroom with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Bake for 20 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley, then serve!
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