Seasonal Affective Disorder (part 1)

A cold and dark winter can trigger depression in people who suffer from SAD. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

• Add more D to your dietSee a qualified health practitioner to find out if you are low in vitamin D, and if you should take large amounts under medical supervision to help improve mood and well-being
• Soak in the sunSpend more time outdoors to help improve the regulation of important brain chemicals that affect mood
• Try light therapyReduce symptoms by using a full-spectrum fluorescent light during dark mornings or evenings
• Check out St. John’s wortThis well-known herbal remedy may improve mild to moderate depression; take 900 mg a day of a standardized extract
• Work in a workoutGet an hour of aerobic or anaerobic exercise three times a week in bright light to improve mood

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