The expert spoke about the reason for the appearance of apathy and fatigue in autumn and winter

In autumn and winter, most people's energy levels naturally decrease: there is less sun, lower vitamin D synthesis, and along with it, the production of serotonin, one of the key "hormones of happiness," decreases. Olga Chistik, a gastroenterologist at the Scandinavian Health Center, told about this on November 25. "Газете.Ru ".

The gastroenterologist clarified that during this period it is especially important to support the body through nutrition, which directly affects the functioning of the nervous system and helps to naturally increase the levels of serotonin and dopamine.

"The key role here is played by the amino acid tryptophan — it is from it that the body synthesizes serotonin. However, tryptophan does not work on its own.: he needs helpers — B vitamins, magnesium, zinc and complex carbohydrates, which promote the penetration of amino acids into the brain and its transformation into hormones of happiness," explained the expert.

According to the doctor, foods with tryptophan and the right "helpers" are particularly effective at maintaining emotional balance. Turkey, eggs, cottage cheese, fatty fish, nuts, seeds, bananas, and oatmeal help the body gently raise serotonin and dopamine levels, strengthening the nervous system.

"Food is a simple and natural way to help the body. Foods rich in tryptophan, combined with B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, and complex carbohydrates, become natural antidepressants," Chistik concluded.

This diet works gently and physiologically, helping to cope with seasonal fatigue and maintain a stable mood without sudden energy surges.

On the weak side: why modern people get tired quickly

The doctor told us about the health problems of exhaustion and overwork.

Earlier, on November 24, Chinese doctors reported that cases of allergic rhinitis caused by flowering plants are especially common in the autumn period. Autumn allergic rhinitis occurs when pollen enters the respiratory tract, to which the immune system reacts excessively, provoking inflammation of the nasal mucosa. This condition is accompanied by a runny nose, itching, sneezing and stuffiness, which makes the season especially unpleasant for people prone to allergies.

All important news is on the Izvestia channel in the MAX messenger.