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Revisiting Goals and Embracing Serendipity
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A Guide to Keeping Your Teen’s Concert Experience Scam-Free
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Innovative Ideas to Cut Your Vacation Costs
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Magnesium’s Role in Your Health
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Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb
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Harness the Health Benefits of the Sun
Get Your Vitamin D Boost From the Sun WINTER WELLNESS
PRIORITIZE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. Whether it’s taking a brisk walk, participating in winter sports, or sipping a hot beverage on the porch, these moments in the sun can significantly boost your vitamin D levels. OPTIMIZE SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE. Aim for sunlight exposure during peak hours when the UVB rays are more potent. Even short periods of exposure, such as 10–30 minutes, can be beneficial. Ensure your face, arms, and legs are exposed without sunscreen for optimal vitamin D synthesis. SUPPLEMENT WISELY. If sunlight exposure is challenging due to weather conditions or other constraints, consider vitamin D supplements. Consult with a health care professional to determine the appropriate dosage for your individual needs. INCORPORATE VITAMIN D-RICH FOODS. Fatty fish, fortified dairy products, and egg yolks are the best foods to consume when you need more vitamin D. Combined with the natural sunlight, these foods can give you the vitamins you need to feel good all winter long.
This time of year, it’s easy to find ourselves cooped up indoors! However, despite the winter chill, there’s an important reason to venture outdoors and soak in the limited sunlight. The sun plays a vital role in maintaining our health, particularly in boosting our levels of vitamin D. Vitamin D, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” is a nutrient that our bodies produce in response to sunlight exposure. While our skin synthesizes vitamin D when exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) rays from the sun, the winter months bring a decrease in sunlight hours and intensity, putting our vitamin D levels at risk. And living in Chicagoland, where sun on a daily basis is hit or miss, makes it even harder to get our daily dose. Insufficient vitamin D has been linked to several health issues, including weakened immune function, bone health concerns, and mood imbalances. So, it’s important to make sure your body gets enough vitamin D. Here are a few tips for embracing the winter sun.
It’s time to bundle up, step outside, and let the winter sun guide you to a healthier, happier season!
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