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Depression affects millions of Americans each year, and if it\u2019s not treated, you could be living a life that you\u2019re not too thrilled about. Because depression is everywhere we look, we wanted to give you a few natural alternatives that many people have started using. Not only do these natural alternatives help to boost mood, but if they work for you, you\u2019ll be leading a life that you\u2019ll be proud about! Catch up by reading one our past blog post and continue reading below.<\/p>\n
Working up a sweat regularly shows can lower your risk of depression. Not only that, but it can boost your mood if you are depressed. Any type of physical activity that gets your blood pumping can be considered exercise, such as gardening, walking or a more intense cardiovascular exercise, like running or weightlifting.<\/p>\n
Massages are a great way to relieve stress. Stress plays a big role in depression, so if you\\’re alleviating stress, you may be able to decrease your depression too. In fact, massage, acupuncture and physical therapy are great alternatives to help relieve depression- just see what relieves your stress best!<\/p>\n
Get daily vitamin D by soaking up the sun! Go outside, breathe in fresh air and let the sun hit your skin for at least 10 minutes each day! Spending time in the sun can increase your serotonin and melatonin levels, which have positive effects on cognitive function. In fact, if you expose yourself to sun daily, you have a 20% lower risk of experiencing depressive symptoms.<\/p>\n
Want to learn more about depression and how it\u2019s affecting your daily life in Stapleton? Contact your leading therapist today!<\/p>\n
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