The Many Health Benefits of Sunlight

The simple truth is that many people are scared to be in the sun. They don't go outside without plenty of sunscreen, as well as covering up with clothing and hats. They don't want to get sunburned, and they worry about skin cancer. This leads to the avoidance of the sun at all costs. However, that isn't always good. There are many reasons why you need to spend time in the sun. 

Here are some of the most common reasons to go outside on a regular basis. 

When you spend time in the sunlight, your body releases serotonin. Serotonin will help to improve your mood. It can make you feel calm and focused. When your serotonin level is low, you may be depressed.

The lack of sunlight and low serotonin levels may lead to depression in the winter for many people who don't get a chance to spend as much time outdoors. 

Regular sunlight helps you sleep better at night. When the sun goes down, your body starts to produce melatonin, which helps you to fall asleep faster. The more time that you spend outside, the better your body will produce melatonin when the sun goes down. 

This is often the reason why people who work overnight struggle to sleep. Their bodies are telling them that they need to sleep when it is dark and get up when it is light out. It often takes total darkness for them to sleep during the day!

It helps your bones stay strong. Vitamin D is essential for strong and healthy bones. Children who don't get enough sunlight can develop rickets. People who suffer from osteoporosis and osteomalacia often don't get enough sunlight either! 

And keep your immune system strong. Vitamin D is also necessary for a healthy immune system. You won't get sick as often as those who aren't outside in the sun as much. Your body will be able to fight off some of the bugs that others will catch.

Getting enough sunlight is good for your weight. Since most people spend time outside being active, this can help maintain a good weight.

It can also help with stress. Nothing is better than taking a break outside in the sunlight! Even if you only have time to run outside and soak up the sun, it can really improve your mood. 

And lowers your blood pressure. Researchers have found a link between exposure to the sun and lower blood pressure levels. This will help to prevent cardiovascular issues, including death.

The truth is that sunlight can be used to treat many different skin conditions. Spending time in the sun can help people who suffer from many different skin conditions, such as psoriasis, eczema, jaundice, and much more.

Most people fear the sun, and they do everything that they can to avoid it. However, the truth is that there is some good that can come with some time in the sun! It can help you with your mood. Even a few minutes outside can recharge you and help you go back to what you were doing before! 

It can also help you maintain a better weight. Most people who spend time outside are either walking, playing sports, or doing some sort of activity that will help them maintain a good weight.

Sunlight can also help because it helps you to produce vitamin D. This vitamin is essential for healthy bones. It also does wonders for your immune system! If you get enough vitamin D, you are less likely to catch every little illness that is going around! Sunlight is also a treatment for many diseases, such as psoriasis, eczema, jaundice, and much more.

Previously published on Medium.