Many of us enjoy time outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine. Some of us take precautions to protect our skin from sunburns and skin damage. Most skin cancer diagnoses are caused by an exposure of ultraviolet light from the sun or tanning beds which triggers mutation...
Sunshine is Great! That warm feeling is exactly what we love to feel. Even in the cold of winter. Think about your car on a cold, sunny winter day. When you get inside, doesn’t it feel warm? We cannot live on earth without the sun. Plain and simple. But… the...
In today’s culture, a glowing tan is the picture of summer fun. People who escape the dreary, cold, winter weather of the north to a tropical locale are expected to show off sun-darkened skin. Magazines and commercials tell us that being tan is requirement for...
Spending time outside in sunlight and fresh air can feel both relaxing and invigorating. Sunlight has several known benefits. Exposure to sunlight triggers the body release of the hormones, serotonin and melatonin. Serotonin is a chemical signal in the nervous system...
Most of Us Take Proper Precautions When We are in the Sun We apply 30 SPF sunscreen and wear protective clothing when we know we will be exposed to a large amount of sun. But, how about when we are soaking up the sun’s harmful UV rays without even realizing it? ...
Summer is upon us. As the days grow longer we feel the siren’s call to embrace the fresh air and bask in the sun’s warm light. Whether it’s spending time at the pool or beach, hiking a trail, or just gardening in your backyard, this communion with nature can be a...
