Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder
As the days get shorter, temperatures get shorter and the weather gets harsher, many people can find themselves not feeling the same as they do during the warmer months and this may be attributed to Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. SAD is a type of depression that usually affects a person at the same time each year and people that have it, many of who are not aware that they do, report feeling sad or grumpy, have a loss of interest in normal hobbies, weight gain or sleeping more than usual. Luckily, SAD is treatable and there are even some supplements that can help you deal with the gloominess of the winter season! 5-HTP: This nutritional supplement is derived from an African bean and helps to increase the body's natural serotonin levels. By supplementing with 5-HTP you can help your body with its ability to create serotonin in the brain, which is known to trigger depression when the levels are too low. Tyrosine: Tyrosine is a natural antidepressant that also helps fuel the