We often hear about the dangers of sun exposure without UV protection, but there are also benefits to spending time under the sun. Sunbathing in your patio, deck, or sunroom with sunscreen on is beneficial to your mood and health. It can also bring your whole family together. If you still need reasons to head outside or add a space to your home to enjoy natural light, here are a few ways this will improve your well-being. 

How Healthy Sun Exposure Is Beneficial

1. Improves Sleep 

Spending more time in the sun makes going to bed and getting up in the morning easier. This is because more light during the day and darkness at night regulate your body’s internal clock, or circadian rhythm. So if you aren’t a morning person, enjoying your cup of coffee while you watch the sunrise on your patio is a healthy way to ease into the day. In the evening, spending time outside may help you wind down, making it easier to get quality sleep. 

2. Gives You Vitamin D 

Getting just 10 minutes of midday sun exposure daily will help your skin absorb the vitamin D it needs. This may promote the absorption of calcium, encourage weight loss, regulate mood, and decrease depression. Inviting family and friends over for a meal on your outdoor patio will let you enjoy time with your loved ones while you all reap the benefits of this essential nutrient. 

3. Fights the Winter Blues

As the weather gets cooler, you may spend more time indoors and avoid your yard. In this case, having a covered patio or sunroom will give you a chance to feel the warmth of the sun while staying protected from the elements. This will help prevent the seasonal affective disorder, which leads people to feel gloomy in the cold weather because of reduced sun exposure.

 

If you’re looking to add a patio or sunroom to your home, turn to Patio Designers from West Sacramento, CA. Serving a large area of California, this family-owned and -operated company provides quality decking, sunroom installations, and covered patios to help clients spend more time in the great outdoors. Visit their website for more information on their services, or call (877) 757-2846 to discuss a project.