It's an uncharacteristically horrible day in Southern California and when combined with the Winter blues, it can make for a depressing combo. Given that many people are already Vitamin D deficient, in spite of higher than normal intakes, the lack of sun exposure can do a number on your energy levels -and from there your gym time.
 
After speaking with our Assistant Editor last week, it became clear that far too many people are unaware of their poor Vitamin D status, or the need for additional supplementation during the winter. Compounding this problem is the poor intake of healthy fats -again, especially important during the winter.
 
Increasing both Vit D and DHA intake can make an otherwise horrible season feel like unicorn magic. Well, not magic per se, but certainly better than a four month case of the Mondays.
 
Now where's that printer...?
 
Practical Application:
 
Vitamin D: 1500-3000 IU/d
DHA: 1g/d