Spring Forward
It's time for warmer weather! One of the great joys that come about as we approach the end of winter is the Savings Time Day Light. This marks a transition nights longer, longer (and hottest) days with more sunshine!
As we know, too much light from the sun without proper protection can have negative effects on our health. On the contrary, too little sunlight can cause our body lack of vitamin D. This vitamin is necessary necessary for many bodily functions, particularly bone development and strength. Without vitamin D, bones can become thin, brittle and misshapen. Vitamin D also promotes overall cell growth and nutrient absorption, and strengthens our immune system.
Our bodies naturally produce vitamin D when exposed to sunlight. However, a healthy and balanced diet is also needed to maintain healthy levels of vitamin D. See the tips below to increase the intake of vitamin D. Remember to consult your doctor to assess the levels of vitamins and establish appropriate measures to move forward
Did you know
- Day Light Savings Time BEGINS Sunday, March 8, 2015 2.? 0:00
- Benjamin Franklin conceived the idea of the Day Light Savings Time
- Nearly 10% of US adults are vitamin D deficient
- individuals with darker skin pigmentation produce less vitamin D from sunlight
- Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the Virgin islands, and Arizona are few regions in the United States who do not comply Day light Savings Time
Tips increase vitamin D
- Eat fortified beverages :. Enriched orange juice or glass of milk contains about 100 IU of vitamin D (about 16% of the daily recommendation)
- Diets high in vitamin D: fatty fish like tuna, salmon and trout; tuna and canned sardines; egg yolks and beef liver are great options
- Spend some time in the sun. 5-30 minutes of sun exposure 10:00 to 3:00 p.m. at least twice a week without sunscreen is recommended by researchers (if you decide to stay longer, make sure you protect your skin)
- vitamin D in other forms :. The recommended dietary allowance for adults is 0 IU vitamin D per day (700 IU per day for the 70). Consult your doctor to decide if a supplement is right for you
Sources: National Institutes for Health, WebMD, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Mayo Clinic LifeWork Strategies EAP, and Adventist HealthCare . The Health Council of the week is for educational purposes. For medical advice, consult your doctor. Feel free to copy and distribute this health resource.
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