It is no secret that our food affects our mood. But some foods may have more influence than others.
Roughly 5 percent of Americans struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of seasonal depression that is most commonly experience during winter and fall. We don’t know for sure what causes it, but scientists believe that the shorter days and longer nights can cause chemical imbalances in our brains, resulting in low mood and fatigue.
Typical treatments for SAD include light therapy, prescribed sunlight exposure and, in some cases, antidepressants. But our diet also plays an important role.