5 foods to fight winter depression
Do you feel depressed during the cold winter months? It could be seasonal depression which is triggered by a change in season and begins and ends at the same time every year. Here are foods that can help ease symptoms.
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Mood disorders are common in winter due to fewer daylight hours and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects many when the mercury goes down. Diet can play a crucial role in lifting mood and energy levels. Dr Uma Naidoo, Harvard trained psychiatrist, Professional Chef and Nutrition Specialist in her recent Instagram post talks about fruits that can help fight winter mood disorders.(Pixabay)
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"During this time of the year, many battle seasonal depression. From the lens of Nutritional Psychiatry, here is some evidence-based nutritional recommendations for managing seasonal mood changes," wrote Dr Uma Naidoo.(Unsplash)
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Berries: They are packed with anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant that supports healthy stress tolerance and fights against inflammation.(Unsplash)
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Spinach: It is rich in iron and folate, and folate deficiency is associated with increased risk of depressive symptoms.(Unsplash)
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