THE BEST AT-HOME WINTER MOOD BOOSTERS

USE A SAD LIGHT

DESIGNED to sit on your desk, light boxes emit summer levels of simulated daylight. Use for 30 to 60 minutes a day (£99.95, lumie.com).

TAKE VITAMIN D

WITHOUT sun, we’re missing this vitamin that maintains calcium and phosphorus levels and helps the nervous system and heart. A daily supplement of 10mcg in winter is recommended. It’s also found in oily fish, egg yolks and red meat.

EAT ALMONDS

ONE portion (28g) contains 80mg of magnesium, which combats the fatigue of SAD. A source of niacin, which supports psychological function, almonds can help balance your mood.

GET UP AND OUT

GET out of the house within two hours of waking as the light is at its strongest in the morning. You’ll feel better throughout the day after sunning yourself early.

WAKE UP TO SUNRISE

A BEURER wake-up dawn simulator light with alarm clock brightens gradually (£90, John Lewis).