How the Sun helps us regulate.

Do you find yourself tired yet have trouble sleeping? Do you have hormonal health concerns or difficulty concentrating?

One important way to improve our overall physical and mental health is with natural light.  

Our circadian rhythm is our biological timing system, which is guided by the 24-hour solar cycle.  These cycles control the release times of important hormones such as melatonin, serotonin, insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormone, and growth hormones. Sunlight exposure has even been shown to predict height in adolescents!

 Darkness is best at night to improve sleep, and artificial bright light in the evening can cause disharmony for our biological timing. Exposure to sunlight during the day can improve concentration, alertness, and calmness. Without enough sun exposure during the day, serotonin levels can dip, which is associated with depression.  Sun exposure is crucial to produce Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and reduces the risk of rheumatoid arthritis and other auto-immune diseases. 

Thank you Sun!