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The best ways to get rid of winter depression

How to get rid of sadness and depression, which are caused by the winter weather? Experts have called the best means of baths with lavender and laughter to 10,000 steps a day.

Wonderful Russian autumn with an abundance of different colors gives way to dull, grey and very cold winters with low solar days and a maximum of depressive disorders. Weather in most parts of our country really drives people into depression, but there are certain ways that help to overcome it. And it’s not necessary to buy a ticket to travel to Thailand. The fact is that when the days get shorter, our body produces less of the neurotransmitter serotonin which makes us happy. But if you consume foods such as walnuts, bananas and chocolate, rich in tryptophan, the indicators of serotonin is restored. Of course, all must adhere to measures.

Besides, in winter our bodies do not produce enough vitamin D, which is very important for the production of serotonin and strengthening of bones. If you can’t stand to eat fatty fish, buy supplements with vitamin D in the winter. They will protect from many diseases and will affect the mood. In addition, B vitamins support the breakdown of stress hormones and serotonin release. A lot of this vitamin found in meat or eggs, but if you are a vegetarian, then you also have to buy food additives.

A significant impact on our mood render the immune system. You must protect yourself with fruits and vegetables rich in zinc and vitamin C for colds and a sufficient quantity of liquid. But healthy eating isn’t everything. Often walk in the fresh air, dance, bathe with lavender, do at least 10,000 steps a day. Finally, wearing colorful clothes and make more friends, to laugh as often as possible. At the moment of our laughter, the brain releases happy hormones. (READ MORE)