Welcome to June! It's Thirsty Thursday and a time of year that I enjoy having fun in the sun! Read Brian Wilson's quote below the photo...his words ring true for me, my Disneyland trip is right around the corner! In regards to your personal circumstances, is sunlight helpful or harmful?
For hundreds of years sunlight has been used to help heal ailments such as rickets, osteoporosis, acne, eczema, neonatal jaundice, and depression (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Using sunlight as therapy is called heliotherapy. On the flip side, we know the risks of overexposure to sunlight, which can be attributed to ultraviolet rays and radiation. Additionally, there are some medications and health conditions that may place you at a higher risk for sun damage. Too much sun = sunburn (or worse). The question is...how to find balance during the summer months while also enjoying the outdoors and protecting yourself? This gets complicated! Always speak to your doctor about sun safety for your specific health conditions and educate yourself! Read more about heliotherapy, plus the pros and cons of sunshine here.
Be Well! ~ Tiffany
"Summer means happy times and good sunshine. It means going to the beach, going to Disneyland, having fun." - Brian Wilson