97. The Good, The Bad and the Sunny: Let’s Get Real About Sun Exposure

Send us Fan MailWe’re used to hearing about how too much of the sun’s warm rays can be harmful to our skin. But did you know the right balance can have lots of mood-lifting benefits as well as hormone health benefits?Sunlight and darkness trigger the release of hormones in your brain. Exposure to sunlight is thought to increase the brain’s release of a hormone called serotonin. Serotonin is associated with boosting mood and helping a person feel calm and focused. At night, darker lighting triggers the brain to make another hormone called melatonin. This hormone is responsible for helping you sleep.Without enough sun exposure, your serotonin levels can dip. Low levels of serotonin are associated with a higher risk of major depression with seasonal pattern (formerly known as seasonal affective disorder or SAD). This is a form of depression triggered by the changing seasons and lack of sun exposure.A mood boost isn’t the only reason to get increased amounts of sunlight. There are several health benefits associated with catching moderate amounts of rays. Listen in to todays episode to learn more! Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also rate us and leave a comment on iTunes.Want to try Mixhers newest product Hersmoothie full of antioxidants? Be sure to visit Mixhers!Be sure to join our movement by following us on Instagram @mixhersorCody Sanders @soulhappyandhealthyJess Toolson @jesstoolsonTo submit questions or if you think you'd be a perfect guest to have on our podcast reach out to us on speakpipe and record your questions for us! You can also contact [email protected] or DM McCall @mixhers on IG.Today's show is sponsored by MixhersProduced by @sandmanpodcasting Email Trevor at: [email protected] you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders