Sun-light For Good Health

We all know that excessive exposure to sun-light can cause skin cancer , wrinkling of the skin, and aging of the skin. However, sunlight is very good for our overall health. Understanding the power of sun-light is very important. The human body depends on a natural body hormone called melatonin to enhance sleep. Throughout our adult life melatonin decreases, but peaks during childhood. Have you ever wondered why children sleep so much longer and better than adults do? alt text

The body regulates melatonin production carefully. During the nighttime in a dark environment, melatonin production is at its peak. This process is regulated by the pineal gland, which is located at the center of the brain. The pineal gland serves as a type of “clock” that regulates this process at the right time. The body does not stockpile melatonin. In order to sleep well at night, we need a moderate supply. In order to boost melatonin output it is known that daily exposure to natural sun-light is a necessity. Manufactured supplements and artificial lights are a weak substitute, and are not worth the effort. The best way to get the melatonin your body needs is to get daily sun exposure.
Some other benefits of getting adequate sunlight are:

Sunlight is a potent germ killer. That is why in the older days people laid their blankets, quilts, couches and other items out in the sun to be sterilized. Sunlight also gives the skin a healthy glow and makes it smooth and malleable.

A sense of well-being is also attributed to sunlight along with the elevation of mood in most people. Although sun exposure is very beneficial, you must remember to use moderation when you expose yourself to direct sunlight.

Acute and chronic depression can also be treated with sunshine along with exercise. Have you ever wondered why we feel so gloomy on a rainy day? During the winter months, try to get as much sunshine as possible.

Vitamin D is another great benefit of the sun’s rays. When the sun hits the skin, the body is able to manufacture vitamin D. The body needs vitamin D in order to pick up calcium from the intestines for use in the building of healthy strong bones.

Osteoporosis, and both childhood and adult rickets can be prevented with adequate sun exposure. alt text

Other benefits of sunlight also include:

Jumpstarts the immune system

Alleviates pain from swollen arthritic joints

Lower blood cholesterol levels

Relieve certain symptoms of PMS

Although sunlight has many benefits, there are also risk factors.

Sunlight can cause skin cancer , especially in light-skinned people. Everyone should be careful and use the necessary precautions before exposing the skin to sunlight over a long period. Healthy living tissue is burned when over exposed to the sun.

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