Outdoor exposure
For wintertime light exposure in cold climates
The experts we follow agree on this.
Getting outdoors regularly supports cardiovascular health and natural light exposure, even in winter.
Who is behind it
Voices including a molecular biology PhD, a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator and a certified nutrition specialist.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“Outdoor exposure to nature, I think is one of the most important things we can do for our kids, because that really attunes them to their own nervous system and just the external environment”
a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator
going outside is beneficial for cardiovascular health and supports exposure to natural infrared energy
Outdoor air reduces viral transmission and supports recovery due to the open air factor.
Exposure to natural environments helps replenish beneficial bacteria on skin lost due to modern hygiene practices.
a certified nutrition specialistsponsoredGreater lifetime sunlight exposure with skin exposed is associated with lower breast cancer risk.
Where they disagree
Both sides
For
going outside is beneficial for cardiovascular health and supports exposure to natural infrared energy
a molecular biology PhDAgainst
Avoiding hottest times allows longer beneficial light exposure without heat stress.
an endocrinology-trained performance coachMost of the minds come down in favour, and the dissent is worth knowing.
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How this reading was made
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