A lot of health- and beauty-conscious people steer clear of the sun for fear of skin damage and skin cancer. However, it’s not really a good idea to completely avoid the sun because it is an excellent source of vitamin D.
Continue reading to know some very simple tips on getting vitamin D from the sun minus the risks.
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Before we take a look at the said tips, let’s first discuss the importance of vitamin D that you can get from the sun.
According to doctors, there are many roles played by vitamin D in the body. However, there are two of those that are truly attention-grabbing.
First, vitamin D is important for lowering osteoporosis risk. That’s because this nutrient assists the body in absorbing calcium, the primary mineral for strengthening the bones.
Second, vitamin D helps lift the mood — it’s an all-natural and side effect-free remedy for depression and anxiety!
Experts say that not having enough vitamin D in the body can also leave you feeling exhausted due to muscle weakness. Also, numerous studies found out that vitamin D could help lower a person’s risk of certain types of cancer.
Unfortunately, only a very few foods contain vitamin D.
If you want to get enough vitamin D via the diet, you have to consume lots and lots of mushrooms, salmon, canned tuna or sardines, beef liver and egg yolks.
Because only a handful of foods can supply your vitamin D needs, it’s of utmost importance for you to expose yourself to the sun because it can give you plenty of the said nutrient.
Here are some tips on how you can get vitamin D from the sun without endangering your beauty and health:
Stay Indoors Between 10 AM and 4 PM
According to experts, it’s a good idea for you to get your vitamin D dose from the sun before 10 in the morning and after 4 in the afternoon.
In between those times, the sun is giving off high amounts of those damaging UV rays.
Expose More Body Parts
While spending some time outdoors (except between 10 AM and 4 PM), make sure that the sun is able to touch your skin without any trouble. The more skin is exposed, the more vitamin D you can get.
It is recommended that you opt for clothes that expose about 1/3 of your entire body to the sun.
Devote 10 to 30 Minutes of Your Time
Up to thrice a week, experts say that you should spend time under the sun from 10 to 30 minutes, of course bearing in mind the first two tips mentioned above.
Here’s a wonderful idea: get your dose of vitamin D and exercise by brisk walking, jogging, riding a bicycle, gardening or roller skating!
But Do Consider Your Skin Color
If you have darker skin, you may need to spend a little more than 10 to 30 minutes under the sun to make sure that you are getting enough vitamin D.
You see, what makes your skin sport its lovely dark color is the presence of lots and lots of melanin, a pigment that protects the skin from the sun — melanin sort of works like a sunscreen.
Wear a Hat and a Pair of Large Sunglasses
Everyone knows that too much sun can cause premature aging signs. If you want to stay away from fine lines and wrinkles, simply put on a wide-brimmed hat while getting your dose of the sun’s vitamin D.
It’s also recommendable to sport a pair of oversized sunglasses to shield sensitive skin around the eyes from the sun.
