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April is upon us and warmer summer months are not far away. But for most of us winter has already taken its toll and the lack of vitamins, magnesium and zinc over a prolonged period of time creates a “Springtime lethargy” Our bodies are literally doing a spring-clean, but for some of us that means being dogged by erratic mood swings, headaches, tiredness, lack of concentration, colds and aches, or even insomnia.

One way to counter these effects is to change your diet. Try to eat a lot of cereal products, pulses (beans, lentils & peas) as well as fruit and vegetables. Additionally, it might help you to start the day with a hot and cold shower, the alternating temperatures jolting your metabolism back into action and strengthening your body’s immune system.

More exercise will also help, if you can’t face going to the gym try a regular short work-out at home everyday before you leave the house. You should try to become active in your office as well. If you have the chance, take the staircase and avoid lifts. Get off your seat and do the copying yourself instead of delegating it to others. Leave earlier and walk or cycle to and from work. You will quickly notice the benefits.

The body tends to dry out in the first few months of the year because of the increased use of radiators. You should have a bottle of water on your desk at all times and drink at least 2 litres a day. Get up every now and then and change position. During your lunch-break you could take a walk in the fresh air and sun. (UK readers please note this might not be possible)

Last but not least get rid off your grey, dull winter clothes. Light colours stimulate your senses, the body produces serotonin and you will simply feel much happier all round.