The "fall blues" are characterized by mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy that many people experience during the fall. Luckily, there's a lot you can do to prevent the overwhelming feeling of fatigue and solutions to get yourself back to normal!
Here are a few basic recommendations from Dr. Calapai that are easy to implement into one's daily life to beat the blues:
- Get sunlight: Due to shorter days and less sunlight, you may begin to lack vitamin D, which increases melatonin and fatigue. Sunlight is one of the best sources of vitamin D, so get it as much as possible.
- Take your vitamins: Multivitamins are always a great substitution for nutrients you may be lacking.
- Exercise: Contrary to popular belief, exercise actually gives you energy. Maintaining a weekly workout regimen is a great way to feel better and reap the benefits that come with staying active.
- Vegetable juicing: This can replace heavier meals people tend to gravitate to, during the cooler months.
- Don't forget protein: Fish, turkey and chicken are great sources of protein, which build up your body's organs such as the brain, heart, liver, kidney, skin and muscles.
- Drink fluids: Staying hydrated is one of the easiest ways to stay alert and energized.
About Dr. Calapai
Dr. Christopher Calapai, D.O. is an Osteopathic Physician board certified in family medicine, and anti-aging medicine. Proclaimed as the "The Stem Cell Guru" by the New York Daily News, Dr. Calapai is a leader in the field of stem cell therapy in the U.S. Dr. Calapai started his practice in New York City in 1986. For over 25 years he has hosted nationally syndicated radio shows. His two weekly call-in shows on WABC 770-AM, where he offers health and medical advice. He has a show on Saturday morning and Sunday evening from . He has consulted with numerous high-profile individuals including Mike Tyson, Mickey Rourke, Steven Seagal, and Fox series Gotham's, Donal Logue and worked as a medical consultant for the New York Rangers hockey team as well as various modeling agencies.
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