| | | CommonHealth’s Weekly Wellnote
| Simple, science backed guidance for a healthy workforce
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| | The Great Outdoors: The Wonderful Benefits of Sunlight
| Sunlight plays a significant role in your overall health and well-being. So, it’s important to figure out how to benefit from those rays while also protecting yourself from the damage that too much sun can do.
| In general, you typically need much less direct sunlight than you might think. But even 10 to 30 minutes of sun exposure on bare skin can help:
| Provide vitamin D. More than 90% of our vitamin D comes from sunlight exposure. Getting enough vitamin D is associated with strong bones, a healthy immune system, heart health and a better mood.
| Regulate sleep patterns. Your body’s internal clock, known as its circadian rhythm, relies on natural sunlight to stay in sync. When your eyes are exposed to light, your brain receives the message that it can stop producing melatonin—one of the main hormones that contributes to sleep.
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| Try It This Week: Take a Daily 15-Minute Walk
| Walking is a great way to exercise your heart, lungs, body, and soul. It’s great for stress management and being outdoors helps provide plenty of vitamin D.
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| | | Benefits Buzz: Improve Your Health
| Take advantage of the wonderful, free online wellness programs offered by CommonHealth. Discover great information about sleep health, stress management, gut health, back care, fiber and even ergonomics.
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