Benefits of Getting Outside

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During these colder months, we find ourselves inside more often. Did you know that enjoying nature and getting sunshine has great impacts on our health? The winter months make it harder to do just that.

The lack of vitamin D can make it harder to sleep and we can begin to notice ourselves and our family getting sick more often. GET OUTSIDE WHEN THE SUN IS OUT! Take advantage when you can and try to wear as little clothing as you can get away with while still staying warm. Even if the sun isn't out, try to take a short walk outside. It can be a game-changer when you're having a rough day.

Check out the graphic above for some health benefits of getting outside. We encourage you to get outside this week and tag us @elevatedlifefc in your favorite ways to get outside during the winter! BONUS if it's with your little ones!

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The Dark Side of Sunscreen

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The Dark Side of Sunscreen

There are wonderful, well-researched psychological and physiological effects for sun exposure (your body feels better, for one), and of course the production of Vitamin D in your skin because of exposure to sunlight, UV rays sterilizing germs, and so on. Sunscreens, on the other hand, prevent your body from manufacturing Vitamin D – not a good thing!

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