Spending some time in the sun is a great way to raise your energy levels, don't you think?
But did you know that natural sunlight has innumerable health benefits, both physically
and emotionally?
Today we’re going to give you the top 5 reasons why you should spend more time in
the sun during your day-to-day life.
1.
Natural sunlight improves productivity and lifts your mood
You've probably already heard that depression can happen during long periods of bad weather.
But have you thought that maybe spending time in the sun is a sort of anti-depressant?
Being exposed to natural light improves your productivity and gives you more energy to
finish your daily chores.
2.
Regulates your circadian rhythm
The longer we stay inside, the more messed up our circadian rhythm (internal clock) gets.
This is due to the fact that artificial light affects melatonin production, which is responsible
for our bodies sleep schedule.
Do you think that your internal clock is irregular?
Take a week off work to enjoy the sun!
If you can't take a week off, at least take advantage of the windows in your home, in
order to improve your sleep.
3.
More natural light, less electric energy
The more natural light your house is exposed to, the less electricity you'll need to light
it, and the less money you'll spend on electricity.
4.
It improves eyesight
Think twice before putting on your sunglasses when leaving the house.
Recent studies show that natural light is good for your eyes, while artificial light
(from the TV, our cellphones and computers) can harm our eyesight.
There are studies that show that people who work at night, without sun exposure, are more
susceptible to different types of cancer and other diseases.
5.
It improves sleep quality
Have you heard about the negative effects of the “blue” light emitted by your smartphone
at night?
Artificial lights interrupt our body's melatonin production, affecting our ability to fall
asleep.
People who use artificial illumination at night normally sleep worse.
Being in contact with natural light throughout the day will give you energy during the day
and make it easier for you to fall asleep at night.
With all of these benefits, it should be easier for you to understand why you should expose
yourself to natural light more often, be it at home or at work.