In recent years, the importance of mental health has gained much-needed attention. While various factors contribute to our mental well-being, one often overlooked yet very powerful factor is daylight or electric light that compensates for the lack of daylight.
Here an easy guide to use daylight wisely:
How daylight can have a profound impact on our mental health. For most of the benefits you don’t have to be in direct sunlight. Being in daylight is enough.
The key benefits of good light for mental health:
Exposure to good light is one of the triggers that release serotonin in the brain. Higher serotonin levels are associated with improved mood, well-being, and reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Regulates your circadian rhythm: good light helps to keep your circadian rhythm in sync with the time of the day, improving your sleep. Good quality sleep is essential for maintaining mental health, as it reduces stress and improves cognitive function.
Reduction of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): SAD is a type of depression that occurs at certain times of the year, usually in the winter when there is less natural sunlight. Increasing exposure to daylight, can help alleviate the symptoms of SAD.
Increased vitamin D production: daylight is a natural source of Vitamin D, which is crucial for brain health. Low levels of vitamin D have been associated with mood disorders, including depression.
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