Saturday, April 27, 2013

Oh My Sunshine!



After a long, long, long 5-6 months, the glorious sun has once again decided to show its face ( and more importantly it's warmth:)) . In celbration of the suns return I thought I would share with you some sunshiny facts!

1. sunshine can heighten your metabolism. yes, that means Mr.Sunshine can help you bun calories!

2. regular exposure to sunshine maintains healthy nerves,blood and powerful muscles.

3. One million earths could fit inside the sun.

4. Exposure to the sun can help reduce serious health issues, plus its free. Score!

5.natural light helps turn off your production of Melatonin, a hormone that makes you drowsy.
 Getting 15 minutes of sunshine in the morning signals your body it is no longer night time and slows down Melatonin production.

6. I is scientifically proven that being in the sun boosts your energy and makes you happy:)

keep in mind that too much of anything good is unhealthy. Doctor's recommend a  daily half hour to an hour of sunlight is plenty. Lather up on SPF( especially on the gorgeous face of yours) and get sunbathing!
 let me know what you thought of these facts and what your favorite sunshiny activities are!

sources
http://www.amazinghealthfacts.org/sunshine.aspx

http://health.usnews.com/health-news/family-health/articles/2008/06/24/host-of-health-benefits-attributed-to-sunlight