"There is increasing evidence that exposure to light,
during the day, particularly in the morning, is beneficial to your health via
its effects on mood, alertness and metabolism," says senior study author
Phyllis Zee, M.D., a Northwestern Medicine neurologist and sleep specialist.
The study was conducted on office workers, and windows in
the workplace could mean up to 173 percent more white light exposure during the
day and an average of 46 minutes more sleep at night, researchers concluded.
They also noted a trend of workers with more light exposure
being more physically active than their counterparts. Sunlight gives you
energy. Melatonin regulates sleep, so having lower levels of this hormone in
your body gives you more get up and go and more energy to exercise.
So, bask in the sun sensibly!
Studies have also shown that a sensible amount of sun
reduces your risk of several cancers and other serious health conditions. And
it's all thanks to vitamin D, which is made by our bodies through the action of
the sun's UVB rays on our skin.
Professor Michael Holick, of Boston University School of
Medicine and author of The UV Advantage
states, "We get about 90 to 95 per cent of our vitamin D from the sun. It
is essential for absorbing calcium, keeping our bones healthy, and for
protecting against serious chronic diseases later in life such as osteoporosis,
Type II diabetes, multiple sclerosis and many common cancers."
Not to mention, sunshine makes you happier! It boosts levels
of serotonin - the body's natural happy hormone. That's why we tend to feel
happier and more energetic when the sun shines. Regular sun can stave off
moderate depression, particularly if combined with exercise, such as a walk in
the park.
Celebrate the last rays of the summer sun and create a
lasting fitness program.
To learn how Fitness for Health can help you improve your
mind-body connection utilizing state-of-the-art fitness technology, visit
www.FitnessForHealth.org or call 301-231-7138.
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