A lack of sunlight isn’t the only trigger for depression—a lack of essential vitamins can affect people in ways similar to SAD. Too few B vitamins in your diet, for example, can lead to depressive thoughts, sleepiness, and anxiety. Deficiencies in minerals such as iron, zinc, and calcium can also promote exhaustion and fatigue. Vitamin D levels, which need sunlight to work properly in the body, are on the low side during fall and winter months. Too-low Vitamin D levels can result in the aforementioned deficiencies. Incorporating multivitamins or vitamin-specific supplements into your diet now is an efficient way to avoid issues that might contribute to SAD. If the idea of taking pills seems unpleasant, eat foods that are rich in vitamins. Dairy products, whole grains, spinach, and nuts are all great sources of Vitamin B and calcium. To get the recommended amount of Vitamin D, try fish, eggs, milk, and fortified cereals.

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