After a very wet and cool winter, it seems like the sun is popping in for a few hours every day to remind us that we do in fact live in a (mostly) sunny South Africa. Rainy and wintery weather are not my favorite climates and this year was particularly wet. I notice that I have a skip in my step during spring and summer months and I bet you do too.

If you find that winter climates make you miserable, or if you want to get out of the cold-weather slump, then read on to find tips that will see you through the whole year.

Happy Hormones for Winter Blues

Boosting your endorphin levels will go a long way towards keeping a smile on your face. The best and most natural way to boost endorphin levels is to exercise regularly. Don’t panic, I am not asking you to sign up for the next Olympics… I am merely suggesting that you get the blood pumping through your veins by doing some low key exercise.

Researchers suggest that you exercise for 20-30 minutes three times per week. This can be in the form of a leisurely stroll to begin with. You will need at least 3 months to acclimate your body to exercising. If you are diligent about walking 3 times a week, you will certainly feel and see the benefits of this. Your endorphin levels will increase and you will feel much better.

Please do not overdo things as an injury will only make you more miserable. Take your time with increasing your fitness levels, you can always become more serious about exercising later on.

Should you decide to become more serious about fitness, you should consider swimming, jogging, weight lifting and circuit training. You will notice that the aerobic exercises make you feel much better than weight lifting. I believe that the sense of accomplishment has much to do with improving your mood.

 Mood Foods to Fight Winter’s Cold Fingers

Certain foods and supplements play a vital role in your mental well-being.

• Omega-3 fatty oils, sourced from fish oil, have been shown to reduce depression, increase brain activity and retard the ageing process. If you suffer from depression, you should strive to take about 1000-2000 mg daily of this vital supplement.
• In terms of vitamin supplements, it is best to take a quality multivitamin supplement rather than an over-the-counter concoction. The product should include vitamins and minerals in the right balance and should not exceed the RDA for each ingredient. Too much of anything, including vitamins and minerals is bad for you. Fat soluble vitamins remain in your body for longer and can accumulate to dangerous levels in your body.

So there you have it! Get moving and take fish oil and a quality multivitamin complex supplement to keep the blues at bay. This shift in your demeanor will help you to become happier and healthier and give you a better quality life. If the winter bulge is adding more stress, add some green tea to the mix.

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