10/18/2022
The Top 5 Secret Ways To Cope With S.A.D.
As the fall leaves begin to drop, and the chillier weather begins to dance goosebumps on our skin, many of us begin to decline in mood as Seasonal Affective Disorder sneaks in that window you forgot to close. In the east, it is believed that winter is the yin time of the year. It is a time to go inward and reflect, a time to nurture oneself and to be creative. So daun your cap, scarf and socks because here are some of the best ways that you and your friends can beat S.A.D.
Try to get 20 minutes of sunlight to convert your vitamin D
Most of us know that Vitamin D needs sunlight on your skin in order to convert, but did you know mushrooms work the same way?! You can actually leave your mushrooms out in the window seal for 20 minutes in the sun and they will convert their vitamin D. Add a little balsamic vinegar and soy sauce for a great meaty flavor. For those of you who don’t like the taste of mushrooms, you can get dried shiitakes online or at any asian grocery store, grind them in your blender and add a tablespoon to any soup or stir fry with very little detection.
Take a digestive bitter
Vitamin D is absorbed through the small intestine, which cannot work effectively if you are running in your stress nervous system like caffeine, traffic, and the stresses of work and life lead us toward. The digestive tract is also where melatonin (the hormone we need for sleep) converts to serotonin (one of our main happiness hormones) so if your gut is not operating effectively, you’re more at risk for S.A.D. We sell a handmade, convenient and effective, pure herbal digestive bitter at DrRhiannon.com and many liquid bitters can be found on Amazon.
Go out to the gym or yoga studio
Although working out inside might get the job done, looking at people’s faces and smiling when you say hello, in-person, actually creates more happy hormones. So get out of the house! Especially if you work from home. Say yes to every party invite and enjoy all of the festivities winter can bring!
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