Our circadian rhythms are naturally linked to the sun's schedule. Spending too much time indoors can affect our natural rhythms and harm our sleep patterns, while more time spent outdoors, especially in the morning, can improve sleep. Read the paper on your patio, play fetch with your dog, take a stroll, or just enjoy the birds chirping.
Why Time Outdoors Is So Good for You
Don't you feel great after having a beautiful day outside? Studies show that spending time outside is one of the best medicines — even a small amount each day offers real benefits. We've all heard that spending time in the sun provides Vitamin D, but even if your summer gets off to a soggy start, you can still reap other benefits of being outdoors.
Better Sleep Quality
Stronger Bones From Vitamin D
Your body produces vitamin D when exposed to the sun. This 'sunshine vitamin' helps the body absorb calcium, which is essential for bone health. Vitamin D is found in fatty fish like salmon and in fortified dairy products, but it's also naturally produced when sunlight triggers a reaction on skin that makes vitamin D from cholesterol.
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