Do You Know Sunlight Is Amazing For Your Health?

I know I know, you all might be saying i have gone mad. But darling, NO, this is right. We all know sunlight causes much damage to our skin, but that is because of over exposure to sunlight. When taken in right amount, it helps in growth of our body.

1. Vitamin D
The supply of Vitamin D increases due to sunlight, which is why it is also known as the sunlight vitamin. Mostly, every tissue in our body is regulated by the active form of Vitamin D – 1,25-Dihdroxyvitamin D3(1,25[OH]2D3), some of it being involved in the metabolism of calcium, the immune system and neuromuscular functions. Vitamin D deficiency occurs due to lack of outdoor sun exposure. By constantly applying sun block creams and lotions on your skin every time you step out of your home, you are depriving yourself of this precious vitamin.

2. Cancer
The lesser sunlight you get, the higher your chances of being diagnosed with prostate cancer. Yes! You read it right. It is a well-known fact among scientists. In many researches it was found that in the US, African-Americans have the highest death rate and the shortest survival span.

3. Depression
Sunlight can help people suffering from depression. Due to less sun exposure, a particular form of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can occur. It mainly happens in winters or during fall.

4. High Blood Pressure
A study in 2008 at Harvard Medical School found that due to less sun exposure, the risk of developing high blood pressure increases. In addition, sunlight can directly affect the risk of cardiovascular disease according to the same report. It seems that Vitamin D is one of the most powerful hormones for regulating blood pressure.

5. Arthritis
Adults and children with uncontrolled asthma have significantly lower levels of Vitamin D in their blood than those found in healthy people. This was claimed by a study in 2013, which was conducted by Dr. Stephanie Korn in Germany. Those who use corticosteroids or sputum eosinophilia have a higher risk of acquiring Vitamin D deficiency.