Many of us are willing to invest both time and money into our well-being. From the best food money can buy, to exercise equipment, to the many tools and modalities to achieve optimal performance. When it comes to our wellness it’s always a good investment.
But what if there was an easy and free way that anybody could harness healthy hormones, good sleep, and a better mood?
The good news is, there is! Sunlight! It has powerful properties that humans have evolved throughout history to utilize for better health. Taking a small amount of time, first thing in the morning, is a simple but potent way to reap many benefits of sunlight!
WHAT MAKES MORNING SUNLIGHT SO UNIQUE?
Not all sunlight is the same.
Depending on the atmosphere, Earth’s tilt, and location, different types of rays reach us. The time of day has a significant impact on the amount and kind of light we enjoy.
Early morning, in particular, exposes us to a different type of sunlight that we do not get the rest of the day.
Wonder why we never get a sunburn or tan first thing in the morning, even if we have very fair skin? This is because the early morning sun is particularly low in UV-B (or ultra-violet) rays. This ray is the type of light that affects our upper layer of skin. UV-B light is what gives our skin a tan or burn, depending on how long we are exposed to it.
The sunlight in the morning, instead, is full of UV-A and IR-A (or infrared) lights. IR-A rays are potent for health, and science is starting to understand how they can help us achieve optimal well-being. The research behind morning sunlight and infrared light are particularly exciting. Read on...
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