Why Am I More Tired in the Winter?
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Is Winter Fatigue a Real
Is Winter Fatigue a Real Thing?
In a word, yes.
For some of us, winter is a groggy, slow-moving season. The reasons for this are partly mental and partly physiological. Winter can be mentally daunting, bringing with it cold, dark mornings, early sunsets and cloudy days. The holiday season can throw your energy off, too.
So what causes winter fatigue?
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Not enough sun exposure. Winter’s shorter days can throw your circadian rhythm out of whack. Less light during the day may cause your body to produce more sleep hormone (melatonin). More sleep hormone makes you sleepier.
You need more vitamin D. This is also a function of shorter days with less sunlight. A key source of vitamin D is sunlight. Just 10 minutes of sunshine a day (yes, you still need to wear sunscreen in winter) can help your body produce a full day’s supply of vitamin D.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition whose symptoms tend to begin in the fall or winter and improve or disappear in spring and summer. SAD isn’t the same as feeling a bit tired or blue. Its symptoms are similar to those of depression and can include:
• Losing interest in activities you used to enjoy
• Feeling sad for most of the day on most days
Eat the rainbow - mindfully. It’s easier to get your recommended servings of fruits and veggies in the spring and summer months when more produce is in season. Aim for three colors of produce per meal and cook for yourself. Pro tip: Soups and stews are comforting and easy to pack with healthy veggies.
Practice good sleep. During the holidays it can be hard to stick to your regular bedtime. You may also eat and drink too much before bed, both of which are known sleep stealers.
Go outside anyway. Yes, it’s chilly, but winter is also beautiful. Enjoying the outdoors in winter can be as simple as grabbing a good book and nestling in next to your fire pit or as full-throttle as heading out for a hike or long run.
Ask for help when you need it. Let us say that again. ASK FOR HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT. There is not a person on this planet who doesn’t need help sometimes. Seasonal fatigue and its more diabolical sibling SAD can be tough to handle on your own. It’s OK to feel out of sorts and it’s OK to want to feel better. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental (or physical) health emergency, call 911 or 988.
For more details on winter fatigue, you can read the full blog at integrisok.com/for you. If you have any topics you’d like us to cover in the future, drop us a note in the comments. We’d love to hear from you.
In a word, yes.
For some of us, winter is a groggy, slow-moving season. The reasons for this are partly mental and partly physiological. Winter can be mentally daunting, bringing with it cold, dark mornings, early sunsets and cloudy days. The holiday season can throw your energy off, too.
So what causes winter fatigue?
For more details visit integrisok.com/winterfatigue
Not enough sun exposure. Winter’s shorter days can throw your circadian rhythm out of whack. Less light during the day may cause your body to produce more sleep hormone (melatonin). More sleep hormone makes you sleepier.
You need more vitamin D. This is also a function of shorter days with less sunlight. A key source of vitamin D is sunlight. Just 10 minutes of sunshine a day (yes, you still need to wear sunscreen in winter) can help your body produce a full day’s supply of vitamin D.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition whose symptoms tend to begin in the fall or winter and improve or disappear in spring and summer. SAD isn’t the same as feeling a bit tired or blue. Its symptoms are similar to those of depression and can include:
• Losing interest in activities you used to enjoy
• Feeling sad for most of the day on most days
Eat the rainbow - mindfully. It’s easier to get your recommended servings of fruits and veggies in the spring and summer months when more produce is in season. Aim for three colors of produce per meal and cook for yourself. Pro tip: Soups and stews are comforting and easy to pack with healthy veggies.
Practice good sleep. During the holidays it can be hard to stick to your regular bedtime. You may also eat and drink too much before bed, both of which are known sleep stealers.
Go outside anyway. Yes, it’s chilly, but winter is also beautiful. Enjoying the outdoors in winter can be as simple as grabbing a good book and nestling in next to your fire pit or as full-throttle as heading out for a hike or long run.
Ask for help when you need it. Let us say that again. ASK FOR HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT. There is not a person on this planet who doesn’t need help sometimes. Seasonal fatigue and its more diabolical sibling SAD can be tough to handle on your own. It’s OK to feel out of sorts and it’s OK to want to feel better. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental (or physical) health emergency, call 911 or 988.
For more details on winter fatigue, you can read the full blog at integrisok.com/for you. If you have any topics you’d like us to cover in the future, drop us a note in the comments. We’d love to hear from you.
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