January Blues????

Winter doesn't have to mean dark days and long nights if you get away to winter sun ,cold weather, dark, short days, credit card bills, fading Christmas memories and failed New Year's resolutions can all get us down.

When we should be feeling excited at the prospect of the year ahead, many of us are finding January a struggle. But whether you're suffering from SAD or just fed up now that Christmas is over, we're here to help banish those New Year blues.

If you've got annual leave left over from last year, book it during January to take advantage of last-minute deals.

Here are some idea's if you are unable to sail in the sun!

Get some exercise

It's probably the last thing you feel like doing in January, but as far as beating the blues goes, it's one of the best. So the fitter you get, the happier you'll feel.

And if you can't stand the cold, get down to your local gym to take advantage of their New Year special offers.

Once Christmas and New Year parties are over, many of us feel like we've nothing to look forward to.

Take advantage of it being dark and cold outside, and stay in bed! Turn up the heat on your love life by turning your bedroom into a boudoir.

Eat the right food
What you eat can have a profound effect on how you feel. Tempting though they are, don't reach for traditional comfort foods such as sweets and crisps, as they'll leave you feeling worse. You need food that's rich in amino acids - which trigger serotonin production, which in turn makes you feel happier. Good choices are bananas, chicken, nuts, avocados, seeds and pulses.
Eat little and often: this keeps your blood sugar levels stable, which should mean that your mood doesn't go through peaks and troughs.