You Drink Less
When it’s hot outside you tend to drink more water because the heat dehydrates you. When it’s cool outside, you don’t drink as much water. But, if you look closely your skin might be sending you signs of dehydration, such as feeling parched and dry skin.
Lack Energy
Shorter days and longer nights might have you yawning at work, even when you’ve slept 8 hours. Just like trees that change color because of the lack of sunlight and shorter days, you too can be affected by the lack of sunshine and vitamin D. These things mess with circadian (sleeping and walking) rhythms, which make you feel tired, and with lack of energy.
You Eat More
It’s no surprise that we crave sweets in the fall and it’s not just because it’s apple picking season. When the temperature begins to drop, the brain sends messages to the body telling it to load up on carbs to prepare the body for hibernation. When it’s cold your body burns more calories working hard to keep you warm, plus your body naturally raises your blood pressure in order to conserve heat during the colder months.
Better Focus
According to research from Cornell University, warm weather causes your focus to drift from the brain because it’s busy trying to regain optimal temperature. In the fall, you are more creative, more focused, and in turn more productive.
It’s not all bad news, the fall is a great time of the year. Bundle up and get outside, go for a walk, exercise, and soak up as much sunshine as you can (don’t forget the sunblock).
