8 Ways To Fight The Blues Naturally

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Feeling blue? Have you been diagnosed with depression? Are you concerned about going on medication? You are not alone. Learn 8 ways to help prevent depression before it get's the better of you.

Approximately 20 million people suffer from depression every year and with the state of the economy, that number seems to climb more each day. Depression is defined as a disorder that prevents someone from functioning normally day to day.

Therapy can help resolve problems before they lead to depression and it is important to learn how to prevent future episodes. You will find out if you are just "blue" or are clinically depressed.

Here are 8 ways to beat the blues naturally:

1. Eat Fish at least twice a week or take an Omega 3 (fish oil) supplement daily- this will help improve your mood as these Omega 3's fatty acids can actually change the chemistry in the brain and put you in a good mood.

2. B-complex - supports the nerves and helps to de-stress the body by supporting the adrenal glands.

3. Eat foods for a good mood - they include sunflower seeds, oranges, beets, and leafy green vegetables. All of these foods can help prevent mood swings.

4. Take Vitamin D3 - the sunshine vitamin is often overlooked and underated, however, it can help relieve symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) that typically occurs during the winter months, when there are fewer hours of sunshine.

5. Share your feelings with a trusted friend or your spouse - You can not avoid the pain of depression and what will make a difference in your health is what you do with those feelings. Acknowledge those feelings of depression instead of shoving them under the rug. Eventually, they do resurface if they are not dealt with in an appropriate manner that will work for you.

6. Aromatherapy is a great way to improve your mood almost immediately. Keep a vial of lavender essential oil at your desk so you can breathe in deeply when you are feeling a little blue. Other good choices are lemon, rose or sage essential oils.

7. Avoid alcohol - which actually depresses the nervous system and can make you feel worse. Go to the parties and get togethers, however, drink water in between drinks and eat some food.

8. Prioritize your life - sometimes our schedules get so hectic, it just adds to an overwhelming feeling that seems hopeless. Decide which activities will fit into your schedule to prevent work overload and depression.

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