Gradually dropping temperature has been sweeping Britain recently and it is turning everyone, including myself, cold and grumpy.
It really goes to show that human beings truly are solar powered. While we think that it is mere warmth that is turning our moods around, studies have showed that it is actually the Vitamin D deficency leaving us tired, full of cold and depressed. According to a survey by Pharma Nord, developers of Bio-Vitamin D3:
- Two thirds of those surveyed suffer with low mood or depression, which becomes worse during the winter months.
- More than half of UK adults admit that they often feel tired and regularly catch colds and flu during the winter months.
- One in ten catch three to five common viruses such as colds, flu and stomach bugs per year; and
- Only 13 per cent are not affected by seasonal illnesses.
Awareness needs to be driven to the importance Viatmin D Deficiency. Here's a great infographic to help spread some information and to encourage you to go get out of the house!
Abbi Gabasa is the Managing Editor of MsCareerGirl.com and owner of UpraisedLiving.com. Having the background of a Marketing and Public Relations Manager with years of professional experience in various industries has given her an insightful perspective on careers, lifestyles, relationships, and attitudes which she humorously applies in helping people through her writing. Abbi is a training life coach, and an advocate of children's charities, women empowerment, optimistic thinking, and slow Sundays. A self-confessed Jane of all trades, she hopes to help girls all over the world find their calling and pursue their passions.
