Posts Tagged “health content”

High Cholesterol Diet Tips

High Cholesterol Diet Tips Your dietary habits, including what you eat and how much you eat it, can have a lot…

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How to Develop a Realistic Fitness Plan You Will Stick With

[Excerpt] One of the biggest reasons people don’t stick with their fitness plan is because they don’t enjoy it. They may actually go so far as to say they hate it. If you hate it then you’re not going to do it. There’s no reason to torture yourself. There are many fun activities that are healthy too. Consider:

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Treatment and Coping Strategies for Winter Depression

…Winter depression is commonly caused by the hormone levels changing. You might be surprised to know that while winter depression is most commonly associated with SAD, others can suffer from spring and summer depression too. When the hormone levels like serotonin and melatonin drop, depression can set in.

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The Positive Effects of Vitamin D on Your Mood

If you struggle with bouts of sadness or depression, there may be a simple solution. Studies have shown a link between vitamin D deficiency and mood. Vitamin D is a vitamin our body doesn’t store. Each day we need a source of vitamin D or we become deficient. The good news is that getting enough vitamin D each day is easy.

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Socialize Your Way Out of Winter Blues

…Surrounding yourself with laughter and happiness, even if you’re not feeling light and happy, can help. Laughter has been proven to release hormones in a person’s body. These hormones help elevate mood and alleviate stress.

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SAD and Winter Blues – An Explanation

…SAD stands for Seasonal Affective Disorder. It is not the winter blues. It affects people on a regular basis. Each fall and winter, as the sky grows colder and darker, people begin to experience this depression.

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Light Boxes and Light Therapy to Combat Negative Feelings

…When it’s dark, your body is triggered through the release of hormones to sleep. When it’s light, you wake. However, many people’s bodies struggle with hormonal balance during the winter months. Light therapy helps balance hormones and strengthens those circadian rhythms.

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