The device is coming to stores across the UK soon
Aldi has launched a new gadget for £20 that could help combat a common winter weather issue faced by millions of people. The simple solution could help people boost their energy levels during cold winter days without needing to take medication or make drastic lifestyle changes.
With around two million people a year thought to be affected by a mental health condition – called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – during winter, this item could help people ease their way out of January feeling a little less tired and sluggish. As part of an upcoming middle aisle refresh, Aldi will be selling a new portable Wellness Lamp (£19.99).
The supermarket’s bosses describe the lamp as “soon to be everyone’s secret weapon”. The piece of technology is designed to simulate morning sunshine, naturally boosting energy, improving sleep quality, and making early morning wake-ups a little easier.
The lamp is said to come with a range of colour temperature control settings to cater to different needs. These include warmer tones for relaxation or cooler tones, which Aldi says are ideal for boosting focus during at-home work or task completion.
Bosses claim that the lamp will effectively “bring the warmth of summer sun to even the bleakest winter mornings”. People can set the lamp to run for up to an hour before it automatically switches off.
Similar products exist, but can be significantly more expensive than the Aldi version. The sunshine simulating light will be available to pick up later this month in the middle aisle at stores across the UK.
Aldi’s Wellness Lamp will be available for purchase in stores from January 25, while stocks last. At the time of writing, the Aldi website doesn’t go far enough ahead to show what else will be available during that refresh, following on from events that focus on homeware, DIY and various hobbies.
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
According to the NHS, SAD is a type of depression that usually happens in the winter – although it is not exclusive to one particular season. The main symptom of the disorder is depression. Around two million people in the UK experience it.
Some people have depression symptoms in summer instead, but this is less common. It’s not known exactly what causes seasonal affective disorder (SAD), but it’s thought to be linked to reduced levels of daylight in winter.
Full list of symptoms include:
- low mood
- a lack of interest in things you usually enjoy
- feeling guilty, hopeless or worthless
- feeling restless or irritable
- difficulty concentrating
- being more hungry and eating more than usual
- being more tired and sleeping more than usual
- thoughts of suicide or self-harm
If you see a GP about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) symptoms, they’ll usually ask about your moods and how they change over time. You may also be asked to fill in a questionnaire about your symptoms.
