Spring fatigue

Spring fatigue is a fairly common phenomenon that occurs when the body transitions from winter to a warmer, more active season.

Although it is not an official medical diagnosis, it is a set of symptoms that many people experience in spring.

😴 What is spring fatigue?

This is a temporary condition that includes:

• feeling exhausted despite adequate sleep

• lack of energy

• difficulty concentrating

• mood swings

• daytime sleepiness

• feeling “heavy”

🌸 Why does it occur?

Spring fatigue is caused by a combination of:

• Hormonal changes – the body adapts to longer days (more light → changes in melatonin and serotonin)

• Diet in winter – often depleted of vitamins and fiber

• Lack of exercise in the cold months

• Weather changes – temperature fluctuations, air pressure

✅ What helps with spring fatigue?

🥗 Diet:

• More fruits and vegetables (especially leafy and seasonal)

• Less sugar and processed foods

• Sufficient intake of iron, B vitamins, magnesium, vitamin D

🚶‍♀️ Exercise:

• At least 20–30 minutes in the fresh air every day

• Gentle exercise (walking, stretching, yoga, cycling)

😴 Sleep:

• Try to go to bed and get up at the same time

• Reduce screen use in the evening

• Make sure your bedroom is dark, cool and quiet

🌞 Light:

• Expose yourself to morning light – it activates serotonin

• Ventilate your apartment, let the sun in

🧘‍♀️ Psychological balance:

• Relaxation techniques (breathing, meditation)

• Plan pleasant activities (nature, socializing)

If symptoms last more than 3–4 weeks or are very intense (apathy, depression, severe fatigue), it is a good idea to see a doctor – it may be a lack of thyroid hormones, anemia or depression.