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Natural Ways to Stabilize Your Moods

By Genevieve Cunningham

Sometimes staying in a good mood is a struggle. Between work, kids, home life, and relationships, good moods can be few and far between. But if you suffer bad moods on account of situations like these, the moods should be short-lived. What happens when your bad moods are long lasting? Or even worse, permanent? Is there anything that you can do besides reach for medication? Luckily, in most situations, turning a bad mood around can be done with some simple changes to your routine. If you’re anxious to improve your moods and feel better daily, take a look at these tips to start today.

Get More Movement

Exercise is an effective natural mood booster. When we move, our bodies create both adrenaline and endorphins. These two hormones are responsible for various functions, but one really important one is mood stabilization. You may notice that after a good workout, you feel energized and happy. If you keep this habit going, it can keep that feeling of energy going in your body. Take a walk, join an aerobics class, go for a run. Do whatever you like! Just get out there and get moving.

Stay Busy

Idle hands are tough on poor moods. When we stay busy, it gives us less time to focus on things that stress us out. Don’t overextend yourself, but keep yourself moving forward. Get involved in learning, hobbies, cooking, community organizations. Just keep your mind and your hands in action. You may be surprised at how helpful this can be in keeping you healthy and happy.

Eat the Right Foods

It’s important to fuel your body with the right foods. A diet full of fatty, processed, junk food can deplete your energy reserves and leave you in a bad mood. Make sure that your diet is full of nutritious, fresh, healthy foods. This might include whole grains, veggies, and fruits. The healthier your diet, the better your body will feel, and the more stable your moods will be in the long run.

There’s nothing worse than dealing with a poor mood. It’s not fun -- for us or anyone else. If you’re having trouble keeping your moods under control, use these tips to manage them. With a little planning and some small changes to your normal routine, you may be able to turn your moods around and feel better than ever before.

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Charleston, S.C.

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