Our bodies evolved outdoors. Morning light hitting the eyes helps set the circadian clock, which triggers melatonin and the daytime rise in serotonin. It also sparks vitamin D synthesis. Simply spending time outside is associated with lower lifetime risk of depression and less frequent use of antidepressants.
There is a time and place for medical intervention, but research does suggest exposure to natural light is one of the highest effective and lowest cost habits available. Even sitting by a window while working or a short outdoor break at lunch can move the needle for many people.
Much Love, Lynn
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