Doc's Nutrition Depot December Health News Letter

Doc's Nutrition Depot December 2008

As the seasons change and the days get shorter, some people develop symptoms of depression, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is related to seasonal changes in the amount of daylight that can bring about feelings of hopelessness and sadness, a drop in energy level, fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and avoidance of social situations, changes in appetite, decreased physical activity, and sleeping for long periods of time. Symptoms of SAD tend to reoccur at about the same time every year. Four to six of every 100 people are diagnosed with SAD. Some people experience symptoms severe enough to affect their quality of life, and 6 percent even require hospitalization.

There are a number of ways to help fight against depression, but we always prefer suggesting more of a natural approach. One of the main keys to prevention of SAD is exercise. In a study in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine researchers found that working out 3 times per week in a supervised exercise group reduced the signs of depression in 45% of their group, Researchers believe exercise enhances the mood by releasing norepinephrine and serotonin.

Our recommendations for exercise include aerobic exercise 3 to 4 times per week with light strength training. Some other suggestions we can make are Yoga, Tai Chi, Martial Arts, Racket Ball etc, The key is finding something you enjoy so you look forward to doing it. Exercise helps to build the immune system reduce cholesterol, and acts as an antidepressant and helps with your overall health.

There are a couple of Supplements http://www.docsnutritiondepot.com would like to feature this month, To help you combat stress and help with mental wellbeing. The first one being

:1) New Chapter - Mood Take Care - http://docsnutritiondepot.com/newchaptermoodtakecare30sg.aspx Mood Take Care promotes balanced brain chemistry, and modulates serotonin for a positive emotional health.

2) Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals - Seroprin 24 - http://docsnutritiondepot.com/hitechpharmaceuticalsseroprin-2430t.aspxSEROPRIN-24 was designed for men and women to help support mood elevation, promote relaxation, and reduce stress and frustration.

3) Himalaya - Stress Care - http://docsnutritiondepot.com/himalayastresscare60c.aspxStressCare is a unique complex rejuvenative tonic with strong adaptogenic action that helps cope with life's daily stress. It offers a broad range of health benefits and balances all the body's organs and systems for increased mental alertness and greater physical fitness.

In Conclusion, Depression affects millions of people. There are a number of medications that can be taken for it, But we have always felt if you can help something naturally why not give it a shot. We also suggest going to your doctor before starting any supplement or program to make sure that is the real solution, But it never hurts to do your own homework and if anything present the findings to your doctor.

References - National mental health information center
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