Okay, we all know that sunlight helps our mood. We know that depression is often worse for people in winter months. We know that too much exposure to unprotected skin can be dangerous.

But did you know:

Sunlight increases the production of endorphins and serotonin in your brain

Absorbing some sunlight during the day can help you sleep better at night. It increasess your melatonin output at night. Melatonin is a natural hormone made by our bodies which enhances sleep and slows down the aging process.

Sunlight helps to balance out your hormones. It may even help to relieve certain symptoms of PMS.

The ultraviolet rays in sunshine act as a natural antiseptic. These rays can kill viruses, bacteria, molds, yeasts, fungi, and mites in air, water, and on different surfaces including your skin.

Getting some sun tends to help clear up different skin diseases such as acne, boils, athletes foot, diaper rash, psoriasis, and eczema.

If you’ve got swollen, arthritic joints, sunlight may help lower your pain levels.

Sunlight is an effective treatment for jaundice.

According to some studies on the benefits of sunlight, exposure to the sun may decrease your risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancers.

The source of this piece is a wonderful online site called National Health Restored.