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Why Morning Sunlight is Great
The Importance of Morning Sunlight for Better Sleep

They say the best things in life are free, and morning sunlight is no exception.

There’s nothing quite like the smell of a crisp morning, and when the sun makes its way across the horizon, it hugs and caresses you with a ray of warmth that reminds you that today is a new day, and it’s never too late to start fresh.

Why Morning Sunlight is Great

There’s more to the morning sunshine than just warmth and the ability to start over each day. There are bona fide biological miracles that the sun provides us with every day.

For example, bare skin absorbs the sun’s UV (ultra-violet) rays and processes them to allow the body to perform vital functions like keeping us healthy by fighting off infections and disease, strengthening our bones, and preventing inflammation. All of this happens without us having to do an exercise, take a pill or invest in some fancy kitchen appliance to make special smoothies.

There is a catch, though. The exposure has to be direct sun-to-skin contact. That means no sunscreen. Also, a large portion of your skin needs to be exposed. Wearing a turtleneck, jeans, and a beanie won’t do as much good as sporting a pair of shorts and a tank top.

The Benefitsb Vitamin D

Sunshine and Vitamin D are often used interchangeably for a reason. Our bodies rely on the sun to help us produce this vitamin. The only other way to get Vitamin D is through a supplement, as it’s not as readily available from food, and it still requires sunshine for absorption.

In addition to sunlight, many breeds of fish such as salmon, halibut, swordfish, and tuna also contain Vitamin D.

The importance of Vitamin D has been compared to oxygen; it’s that vital for life. The traditionally recommended dosage has recently been criticized by osteopathic and naturopathic doctors who say, “Today's vitamin D recommendations may be enough to help prevent rickets, but it does nothing to give protection from cancer, heart disease, and infections. Most adults need about 8,000 units of vitamin D, while there are others who may need over that required amount to optimize their vitamin D levels.”

So, how much sun exposure is required to get the newly recommended dose of 8,000 IU? This varies by person but ranges between five and thirty minutes.

Immunity

Our immune system relies on Vitamin D (and therefore, the sun) to function at full capacity. The T cells that serve as the front line of defense against illnesses get support from Vitamin D to function. You’ve probably heard of “flu season.” What if one of the biggest contributing factors to the flu was weakened immune systems due to insufficient sun exposure?

Insufficient amounts of Vitamin D has been linked to a whole host of other diseases and illnesses, which we’ll discuss shortly.

Healthy Bones

Sunshine’s D vitamin is a necessary component that helps the body absorb calcium. As you know, you need calcium to maintain strong bones. This principle extends to children as well. Deficiencies of this vitamin in children have been shown to cause rickets, which is a disease characterized by bow legs and other bone deformities.

As we age, we gradually lose bone density. Sadly, the process begins at the age of 35, which is actually rather depressing. However, since sun exposure and Vitamin D help promote healthy bones, you can reduce your risk for osteoporosis and bone fractures just by enjoying your morning coffee outside.

Rejuvenates Aging Eyes

Vitamin D3 is in the family of D vitamins that are responsible for a lot of the functions we’ve discussed in this article, including eye health. It helps to slow down macular degeneration, which is a leading cause of blindness in senior citizens. It also reduces inflammation and improves overall function.

One word of caution: avoid looking directly into the sun with your eyes open. Make sure you keep them closed as you look up!

Metabolism

It turns out that sun exposure (specifically exposure to Vitamin D) helps speed up metabolism, encouraging the body to maintain a healthy weight. In addition to this vitamin, sun exposure causes our body to release nitric oxide, another metabolic regulator. If you avoid the sun, however, you might end up packing on the pounds.

We can’t help but wonder if running outdoors between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. with our arms and legs exposed could be the miracle weight loss solution we’ve been looking for!

Sleep Quality

Seeing the sun at a set time each day helps to keep your internal clock in sync. Our bodies work on 24-hour circadian rhythms, and this affects not only our sleep-wake cycle but countless other functions including hormone and appetite. By seeing sunshine at the same time each day, it helps to set our clock. In turn, when it’s time for bed, we’re readier to fall asleep and stay at rest.

Light and darkness are powerful biological indicators that signal us when it’s time to do something. We naturally feel more awake and energetic during daylight hours, and our internal clock tells us that when it gets dark it’s time for bed. Well, this concept is true for most of the population, except for some night owls.

By seeing daylight in the morning, your body will produce less melatonin (the sleep-inducing hormone), and then increase production at night.

Eases Mild Depression

You’ve probably heard of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). This often happens to people in cold climates during winter when sun exposure is at a minimum. Fortunately, a few minutes of sunshine in the morning (or a lightbox) can pull us out of this funk.

Sun exposure boosts serotonin levels, which is the brain’s happy hormone. While this isn’t a substitute for treatment from a psychologist or psychiatrist, don’t be surprised if you find that you start feeling better after experiencing a series of daily sunrises.

Prevents Chronic Disease

Studies show that illnesses like autoimmune disease, asthma, diabetes, arthritis, and even cancer are connected to insufficient levels of this vitamin. Most people would probably agree that they’d rather sit in the sun for 10 to 15 minutes a day instead of suffering from one of these illnesses.

Guidelines for Sunshine Exposure

Duration

If you’re not wearing sunscreen, it’s wise to limit exposure to about 10 to 15 minutes per day. People with naturally darker skin may be able to safely extend this period to 30 minutes, and even up to two hours. However, fair-skinned individuals should start with 10 minutes a day and see if they can build up to longer periods.

Time of the Day

Morning sunshine between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. is ideal. The hours after 10 a.m. and up until about 4 p.m. are known to have stronger, more direct rays. Being outdoors unprotected during this period increases your risk for sunburn and skin cancers.

Sunscreen

If you do need to be outdoors during peak hours, we recommend slathering sunscreen on exposed areas. A strong SPF of 30 to 45 is best to keep you protected. Another option is to limit your duration of exposure to just a few minutes if you’re outside when the rays are at their peak.

Clothing

In order for the sun to do its thing, your skin has to be exposed. It’s not enough for just your face and hands to experience the rays. Ideally, most of your body, or at least a portion of your arms and legs, would see the light.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of morning sunlight during pregnancy?

When you’re pregnant, not only are you eating for two, you’re also getting sunlight for two people as well!

Sun exposure and Vitamin D are critical for baby’s growth and development in the womb. Mom should get plenty of sunshine both during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. The benefits are:

Bone growth and development

Healthy bone density

Prevention of osteoporosis later in life

Prevention of type 1 diabetes

Reduced risk of developing RA (rheumatoid arthritis) and other auto-immune conditions

What is the difference between morning sun and evening sun?

The types of light given off by the sun’s rays vary throughout the day. According to one credible opinion, the combination of UV and infrared light is at an ideal balance between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. It’s during this time that the sun has the most concentrated healing properties and causes our body to release more endorphins.

He theorizes that this is Mother Nature’s way of encouraging humans to get out and bask in the rays during this brief window.

We’re fond of sunsets as well, so we wanted to make sure there was nothing sinister about being outside at this time of day. It’s true that evening rays won’t hurt you, but it doesn’t have the same healing effects as the hours directly following a sunrise.

Conclusion

It’s no wonder that there are so many peppy songs about sunshine. It’s quite literally a miracle cure for much of what ails us, all thanks to Mother Nature.

Pancha Prana Vayu – The Five Energy Flows

Pancha Prana Vayu or the five energy flows, enables the body and its organs to function. Essentially, the Pancha Prana Vayus are responsible for the entire physiology of the human system. We generate our physical energy from food. The food is converted to glucose which is broken down in the cells to produce energy. The five Prana Vayus are involved in assimilation, distribution and managing this energy to make the body function. These five Pranas are called Prana, Apana, Vyana, Udana and Samana.

These five pranas or Pancha Prana Vayu are closely interlinked with our physical energy. But the actual source of these Pancha Prana is difficult to explain. The source of the Pancha Prana is Maha Prana. This Maha Prana is the cosmic energy and is manifest in each of us as the Kundalini Shakti.

A short description of the 5 Pranas or the Panch Prana Vayu are given below:

Prana: This is the first and the main of the five pranas and functions between the throat and the diaphragm. All organs of the thorax including heart and lungs are maintained by Prana. The basic function of respiration and pumping of heart is controlled by Prana. Prana can be thought of as moving upwards.

Apana: Apana is the second of the five Pranas and is primarily responsible for elimination. It controls organs situated between the naval and the perineum including, small and large intestine, kidneys, urinary system and reproductive systems. Elimination of waste as faeces, gas and urine is done by Apana Vayu. Also, ej*******on of s***m, Monthly menstrual cycle for women and expulsion of foetus during childbirth is done by Apana Vayu. Apana Vayu flows downwards and stimulates the downward movement of the wastes. Disturbances in Apana Vayu can cause constipation, diarrhoea, piles, etc.

Samana: Samana Vayu operates between the naval and the diaphragm. It controls the function of organs like stomach, liver, pancreas, spleen, small and large intestine. Samana Vayu travels sideways. Samana Vayu is the Prana that is responsible for digestion and assimilation of nutrients into the body. Disturbance of the Samana Vayu can cause indigestion and other stomach disorders.

Udana: Udana Vayu functions above the throat, face and head region. It is responsible for all the sensory organs and functioning of the brain. Apart from that it controls the organs of movement including hands and legs.

Vyana: Vyana Vayu pervades the entire body. It is Vyana Vayu that carries the nutrients needed to every cell of the body. The nutrients are carried via blood flow and the circulatory system to reach all the organs. Whenever there is a shortage of energy in any part of the body, Vyana Vayu immediately sends the required nutrients to the cells to produce the energy. It is like a dynamic reserve store of energy, available to the whole body. It also helps in muscular movements and carrying the sensory and motor impulses from different parts of the body. It also causes perspiration from the skin. Gooseflesh, caused by cold or fright also comes under the jurisdiction of Vyana Vayu.

Understanding the functioning of the Pancha Prana Vayu is essential for Yoga Therapy. Yoga Therapy aims at improving the function of these 5 pranas to correct any problems with the functioning of the organs. If any of the five pranas are depleted or not functioning optimally, diseases may occur in their corresponding organs.

Prana or Chi Energy flows in the body through subtle channels called Nadi or meridians. Any block in the flow of energy through the meridians can cause the particular prana to function sub-optimally. Yogic breathing, Pranayama and certain Mudras helps to remove any pranic blocks in the nadis and ensures that the energy is circulated

Effects of Mantra on Mind

The effects of mantra on mind can be experienced by all practitioners of Mantra Yoga or Japa Yoga which is chanting a mantra repeatedly for spiritual benefit.

What to wear during Yoga Practice

It is important to know what to wear during a yoga practice. The clothes that you wear during yoga practice can either enhance or hinder your yoga session.

How to Use Beads for Chanting Mantra

Japa yoga practitioners usually use beads for chanting mantra. Different traditions and systems use different methods for chanting. Beads for chanting mantra are also of various types.

Morning Yoga Poses for Beginners

Morning Yoga Poses for beginners is a series of yoga postures that one can easily do as a routine before getting to work.

Yoga for Burning Calories

Yoga for burning calories, is a series of yoga postures, breathing exercises and mudras to burn body fat and aid in weight loss.

Japa Yoga

Repetition of any Mantra or the name of the Lord is called Japa. Japa yoga involves chanting a mantra to gain concentration and to purify the mind.

E***a – Cleansing the Colon

E***a is given to empty the bowels, cleansing the colon, removing toxins from the body, for medical examination or to administer medication.

Positive Impact of Yoga on Brain and Mental Health

Effect of yoga on brain are calming, which relieves muscle tension, decreases heart rate, and lowers the stress hormone cortisol levels

OM – The Universal Mantra

Yogic Diet for Yoga Practitioners

Yogic diet is an indispensable aspect of one’s physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual development for yoga practition

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Signs and Symptoms of Text Neck

Instant upper back or neck pain when using a handheld device.

Nagging or sharp pain in the neck or shoulders at the end of the day.

General shoulder pain and tightness.

Intermittent or constant headache made worse when looking down or using the computer.

Text neck is a Modern age term coined to describe repeated stress injury and pain in the neck resulting from excessive watching or texting on hand held devices over a sustained period of time. It is also often known as Turtle Neck posture.

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The chakras and nadisare part of the same system, the nadis being the almost infinite network of tubular organs or channels of energy flow felt throughout the body, and the chakrasbeing the epicentres and origins of this energy flow. ... Of all the nadisthree are most important; ida, pingala and susumana.