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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 15 MIN

#232 Spring Light Medicine How Sunrise, UVA & UVB Reset Your Sleep, Hormones & Health

from Menopause Made Easy with Tanya · host Tanya Willis

As winter fades and spring begins in Ontario, your body is receiving a powerful biological signal—it’s time to wake up.In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, I explain how spring sunlight helps naturally rebuild melatonin and vitamin D, two critical hormones for sleep, energy, metabolism, and overall health—especially in midlife and menopause.You’ll learn why melatonin isn’t just a sleep hormone, how vitamin D is actually a hormone made from sunlight (not supplements alone), and how aligning with the sunrise, UVA rise, and UVB light can reset your circadian rhythm naturally.This episode is an invitation to stop forcing your health—and start partnering with nature.Why spring is a biological reset, not just a seasonHow morning sunrise light sets your sleep and hormone rhythm for the entire dayThe surprising role of UVA light in building melatonin inside your cellsWhen UVB light returns in Ontario and how it supports vitamin D productionWhy melatonin and vitamin D work together—not separatelyHow menopause changes our light needs (and how to work with that)Simple, realistic ways to use spring sunlight—no perfection requiredBefore you reach for another supplement, your body may be asking for more light and better timing.Step outside. Let the sun do what it was designed to do.Listen on Spotify, Apple & You TubeIf you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Key Takeaway:My Favourite Products:

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