Motivated Mom / 4 Ways To Boost Your Mental Health Naturally

Medication is a great solution for people who are suffering from depression, but just like anything else, medication is a tool. In order to effectively treat depression, you’ll want to combine a variety of things: find a great therapist, use medications if they are part of your treatment plan, and be certain to pay attention to self-care. In addition to all of these methods, did you know that there are certain things you can do to help your depression without the aid of medication? Take a look at these completely pill-free ways to help boost your mood. 

Go For A Walk

Did you know that exercise can help to boost your serotonin levels? Taking a quick walk every day can actually have the same effect on your body as a low dose of anti-depressant. You don’t have to run marathons, just get out and get moving. Find a space in your schedule to give your body a boost. Pick an area that is beautiful and enjoy a chance to step away from everything that is stressful and frustrating in your life and do something good for your body and mind. 

Stop Eating Junk

This is easier said than done, because we often crave sweet, salty, or greasy food when we are feeling low, but it is important. If we continue to feed our bodies with nothing but junk, then we are setting ourselves up for worsening depression symptoms. Instead of doing this, take your time and set yourself up for success by being certain to fill your body with solid nutrition. Drink plenty of water, eat healthy snacks. Be certain to eat plenty of leafy greens and lean meats. Eating healthy food is going to feel unnatural, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t the right thing for your body. 

Take Your Vitamins

In addition to a balanced diet, taking your vitamins can be a wonderful way to help fight your depression symptoms. Occasionally, our diet lacking the vitamins we need can cause our depression symptoms to worsen. Get a multivitamin that is packed with the vitamins our bodies need to function well. Be certain to consult with your doctor before taking anything other than the average multivitamin, as taking too much of certain vitamins can actually make us sick.

Spend Some Time In The Sun

Speaking of vitamins, did you know that one of the easiest ways to get vitamin into your body is by spending some time in the sun? Getting out in the sun allows your circadian rhythms to get in balance, which can help with symptoms like insomnia that can come with depression. Having more sunshine in your life is also critical for the production of serotonin. Go outside and get some fresh air, and you’ll find yourself feeling better than you did before you stepped into the sun. 

Taking medication isn’t the only option that you have to begin finding depression relief. Much of the ways you can boost your mood naturally seem very simple because they are. Much of taking care of your mind begins with simply taking great care of your body. Little changes are going to make a great impact on your mind, naturally.  Please share this with your friends and comment to share your thoughts as well.

© LaToyia Dennis ~ Motivated Mom

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