Good Day, Sunshine!

I know I went on and on about the benefits of the sun, which are many, but now we have some hard data to support what we already know. Here is an article on a scientific study that supports that Vitamin D from the sun's rays are of utmost importance to your health. I just received this link, thanks to my sister--thanks, Jess! It confirms what we already know, the sun plays a part in our healthy immune system and naturally living.


Here are some highlights from the article:

*Women deficient in Vitamin D and that have breast cancer are more likely to die or have the cancer spread

*Women deficient in Vitamin D were more likely to develop breast cancer before menopause, be overweight and have more aggressive cancers

*Other studies have shown a link between cardiovascular disease and prostate and colon cancers

*Chief source of Vitamin D is sun exposure

*Vitamin D is not common in foods, although it is added to some foods

It is important to note that the Vitamin D in foods is not immediately available to the body and must be converted by the liver and kidneys to become active. The gallbladder plays an important part in this as well. So for those who have liver or kidney problems or have had a gallbladder removed, you need the sun's magical rays even more.

Idol worship? I think not! The sun, like all of creation, has its place in our beautiful world. So, feel it's warmth on your skin and bask in the healing rays for body, mind and soul. The sun, it's natural, it's organic and it feels wonderful!

Here's to your health!
ClearSkies
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