Hamburg (ots) - Between autumn and winter, about 800,000 people in Germany suffer from so-called autumn blues - by experts as "seasonal affective disorder (SAD) called. Common symptoms: a high need for sleep, lack of drive, mood swings, cravings for sweets and concentration difficulties. Here are some tips:
The main reason is lack of light.
On exposure to light, the body produces endorphins increased - also known as endorphins. Moreover, in light of the neurotransmitter serotonin distributed, brightens the mood. In the darkness, melatonin is produced, which makes us weak and tired. So go out every day at least fifteen minutes outside to soak up the sunlight and fresh air. Even on cloudy days of autumn and winter the sun is out three to four times as strong as the room lighting.
Proper nutrition affects our mood.
The mineral magnesium is important for our well-being. Good food sources of magnesium include, for example bananas, lentils, nuts and dried fruits. The mood is mentioned such as serotonin in carbohydrate-rich foods such as pasta and potatoes. Also fatty acids from deep sea fishing, such as herring and mackerel or vegetable oils such as canola and soybean oil lift the mood.
Exercise helps with depression.
Physical activity improves the psychological well-being because it is the body's own endorphins (endorphins, serotonin, dopamine) distributed. Cheap sports that drive the dark clouds around the mind are, for example, jogging, walking, cycling and skiing. The best effect is achieved with regular, moderate endurance training: Ideally, three to five times per week for 30 to 60 minutes - less beginners.
The main reason is lack of light.
On exposure to light, the body produces endorphins increased - also known as endorphins. Moreover, in light of the neurotransmitter serotonin distributed, brightens the mood. In the darkness, melatonin is produced, which makes us weak and tired. So go out every day at least fifteen minutes outside to soak up the sunlight and fresh air. Even on cloudy days of autumn and winter the sun is out three to four times as strong as the room lighting.
Proper nutrition affects our mood.
The mineral magnesium is important for our well-being. Good food sources of magnesium include, for example bananas, lentils, nuts and dried fruits. The mood is mentioned such as serotonin in carbohydrate-rich foods such as pasta and potatoes. Also fatty acids from deep sea fishing, such as herring and mackerel or vegetable oils such as canola and soybean oil lift the mood.
Exercise helps with depression.
Physical activity improves the psychological well-being because it is the body's own endorphins (endorphins, serotonin, dopamine) distributed. Cheap sports that drive the dark clouds around the mind are, for example, jogging, walking, cycling and skiing. The best effect is achieved with regular, moderate endurance training: Ideally, three to five times per week for 30 to 60 minutes - less beginners.
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