7 Health Benefits Of Natural Light At Home

• Reduce Blood Pressure: Natural light can successfully reduce blood pressure by changing the amount of nitric oxide molecules in the blood and skin. This natural process lowers blood vessel tension and the risk of cardiovascular problems like heart attacks and strokes by relaxing blood vessels under controlled exposure. (Image source: getty images)

• Reduce skin problems: Excessive sun exposure is the main cause of the three main forms of skin cancer: melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Therefore, if you want to be outside for more than fifteen minutes or so, it is important that you use sunscreen or cover yourself. (Image source: getty images)

• Reduced Eye strain: Compared to artificial lighting sources, natural light offers balanced illumination that lessens eye strain and fatigue. It makes the space more comfortable for visual chores like working on displays and reading. Eye strain from smartphone screens, computer screens, and fluorescent lighting can result in irreversible eye damage. Natural light has been known to reduce the likelihood of near-sightedness in children and young adults by promoting the production of dopamine in the eye, which is necessary for normal eye development. (Image source: getty images)

• Improves quality of sleep: Getting exposure to sunlight in the morning can help you sleep at night because it helps reset your body’s inner “sleep clock.” Your body uses the light you receive during the day to help it determine when it is time to sleep (and wake up). Research suggests that exposure to daylight can help you sleep better and longer. Sunlight affects the hormone melatonin, which regulates your sleep-wake cycle, making it easier to fall asleep and improving the quality of your sleep. So, getting some sunlight during the day can help regulate your body clock and improve your sleep habits. (Image source: getty images)

• Psychological benefits: Natural light has a positive impact on our emotions and psychological well-being in addition to our physical health. Lack of daylight might cause us to feel gloomy, melancholy, and nervous. Just thirty minutes each morning in natural light can help your body learn to better handle situations that make you feel anxious. Natural sunlight helps to manage stress and aids in the regulation of your feelings. It can uplift mood, alleviate symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and contribute to overall mental well-being. (Image source: getty images)

• Increased Productivity: Natural light has been linked to increased productivity and concentration levels, making it easier to focus on tasks and complete them efficiently. (Image source: getty images)

Inputs By: Dr RR Dutta, HOD – Internal Medicine, Paras Health, Gurugram (Image source: getty images)