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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emilie Lavinia

8 best supplements to boost your mood and beat SAD symptoms

We tested a variety of supplements, to see if they had a positive impact on our mood - (The Independent)

Many people will have heard about the benefits of taking vitamin D during the colder darker months but did you know there are plenty of other supplements capable of doing some heavy lifting for your mental health?

Ingredients such as saffron, ashwagandha, rhodiola and 5-HTP have all been used to soothe nerves, boost mood and stabilise happy hormones for hundreds of years. Plus, according to clinical trials, in the right doses, these ingredients can all have a positive impact on mental wellbeing.

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