It's been cloudy

[I_UndergroundPanther]

For a long time. I dont remember it being cloudy this long with very little rain. Its supposed to be cloudy all this week except for Wednesday it will be partly cloudy. Than back to being overcast .

I live in Maryland


This many constantly cloudy days in a row is starting to trigger my depression and my sleep wake schedule has gotten fucked up.


How long until we get out of these clouds ☁️and see the sun again !☀️

[doc03]

1. Same in Ohio I take vitamin D3 in winter.

Some say it helps.

[ChazII]

17. I live in Arizona and take vitamin D3

everyday.

[Walleye]

2. Very dreary, dark day here. In DE. Feeling my depression trying to come on. Now it's raining hard

So, at least my outdoor cat showed up for supper right on time and he’s in his little house on my back deck right now. That’s one bright spot to hold onto

[I_UndergroundPanther]

3. Othello has been acting depressed too

Spends a lot of time on my bed,more than usual.
It appears to affecting him too.

I go in to my bedroom around every hour to give him lovin's and to check in with him.

[Donkees]

4. Did you ever try a light-therapy lamp?

[I_UndergroundPanther]

5. Been thinking of getting one

l will have to pick out one in Feburary depending on how much they cost.
I heard they work surprisingly good.

[Donkees]

7. That photo is from the link below listing '5 of the best', but who knows (?)

Sun lamps: 5 of the best
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/sun-lamp#summary

People should be careful when using sun lamps. In most cases, they should look for products that do not use UV light, as this can damage the skin and lead to skin cancer.

When someone has a vitamin D deficiency, their skin needs UVB light to make the vitamin. However, in most cases, it is better to get vitamin D from food and natural sunlight than to use a sun lamp.

Light therapy will not work for everyone. People with light sensitivities, bipolar disorder, diabetes, or eye problems should avoid using it.

Anyone who is thinking about using a sun lamp, especially those who suspect that they have a vitamin D deficiency, should speak to a doctor first.

[I_UndergroundPanther]

8. Shit I have diabeties.

And depression.

[we can do it]

13. They're not UV lights.

From product description ….
“ HappyLight Compact light therapy lamp mimics sunlight using full spectrum light at the equivalent of up to 10,000 lux with longer sessions to enhance mood, energy, sleep, and focus - but without the harmful UV rays.”

[Donkees]

14. Seems some of the brands have UVB rays such as the Sperti mentioned in the 'top 5 list'

The Sperti Vitamin D Sunlamp provides the UVB rays that the body needs to make vitamin D.

[we can do it]

15. Vitamin D Lamps are not the same as Light Therapy lamps.

Vitamin D lamps are designed to emit UVB light, which helps your body vitamin D.

[Donkees]

18. The link mentions the top 5 brands and includes both kinds...

Five sun lamps
Many different sun lamps are available to buy. The best option for a person will depend on the health issue they wish to address.

[we can do it]

19. Sun lamps Vitamin D Lamps. UV is Vitamin D source.

Light THERAPY are not UV, they mimic brightness of full spectrum sunlight.

[Wicked Blue]

12. I have one and love it

This is a very good brand. It's $29.99

Verilux HappyLight VT10 Compact Personal, Portable Bright White Light 10,000 Lux Therapy Lamp with 20 sq. in. Lens Size

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K08ZDBI?tag=bfemmalord-20&ascsubtag=6123517%2C14%2C48%2Cd%2C0%2C0%2Cbf-web-hf%2C776%3A1%3B962%3A1%3B901%3A2%3B900%3A2%3B974%3A1%3B994%3A3%3B1064%3A2%2C0

[we can do it]

16. We have that one.

[elleng]

6. Thursday

'Mostly sunny' Tuesday. (Calvert County)

[I_UndergroundPanther]

9. I hope it extends into

Harford county too.

I hope we get sunshine Tuesday and it sticks around awhile.

[elleng]

10. Would be good, but local forecast doesn't suggest such;

Morning showers Wednesday, sunny/cloudy, sunny, sunny, then showers next Sunday.

[Donkees]

11. Here's a 10 day forecast for a 21001 zipcode in Harford County

https://weather.com/weather/tenday/l/5513afe2f190cf2345a7eaa07ed55c4eef61b8f1e9394be1f4080d63f00c3a3a