Fighting SAD (winter blues) with BeLeaf.

Every winter, people all over fight with SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder, also sometimes referred to as "winter blues." Even though SAD can rear its ugly head during any season, there are several reasons why winter blues is a little more common, especially for anyone living north of the equator.

One example is the change in the amount of light during the day; the shorter and colder days typically have a lot of overcast, and the sun seems to hide from us for months. This lack of sunlight causes some people to have a vitamin D deficiency during the winter, and that, coupled with feelings like "cabin fever" or constantly feeling a bit sleepy since it is always so dark, can certainly take a big hit on your mood.

Of course, for some people, it has more to do with the high levels of stress that can come with the barrage of holidays that fall during the winter months. Planning dinners, present shopping, and the general hustle and bustle can be both tiring and challenging, especially for anyone who already deals with something like social anxiety.

Of course, there are several factors and effects of SAD. Changes in sleep cycles, chronic pain, or other mental health problems can all be cause and effect for SAD.

How BeLeaf can help with the Winter Blues.

BeLeaf works with your endocannabinoid system, specifically the CB1 and CB2 receptors. The hemp plant has extremely beneficial cannabinoids, flavonoids, terpenes, and THC, providing crucial therapeutic value. Combined, this produces what is known as the "Entourage Effect," which is the effect of cannabinoids and terpenes all working together in perfect synergy. (1)

These cannabinoids and terpenes can have different effects on the body through the endocannabinoid system, such as fighting inflammation, helping release endorphins, promoting a sense of calm, or impacting appetite. Because of the effect on the body through the endocannabinoid system, BeLeaf can help combat those winter blues in several ways. You may have trouble falling asleep after the time change, which helps create these short and dark days; you might consider sleep capsules. Or, if you're dealing with something that makes it a little harder to get around during the cold winter months, try our relief cream.

The endocannabinoid system can help with many things, such as controlling endorphin release, temperature control, and appetite. During those winter months, there is never a better time to start or stay on your regimen with BeLeaf. Then, if you fight the winter blues year after year, you'll finally start to see the change you want during those chilly, snowy days.