Join Nurse Practitioner Heather Banks for an informational session on the importance of sun safety, Vitamin D production, and skin care essentials for these sunny summer months.

This workshop will focus on how to safely experience the benefits of sun exposure this summer. Heather will discuss the importance of good Vitamin D levels and will even give some recommendations on great products for sun safety!

In response to sunlight, the body actually generates its own Vitamin D. That’s why vitamin D is actually not considered a vitamin, but rather a hormone. In the form of food – fish oils and egg yolks– as well as supplements, people also receive Vitamin D. It helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus and helps bone health. Vitamin D healthy levels may contribute to:

Spending some time in the sun can be very beneficial to your health, but it’s important to always remember how to safely experience those benefits to avoid any damage to your skin. Sunlight releases serotonin (the happiness hormone) in your brain, boosts your bone health, and actually might help treat several skin conditions. Doctors have recommended UV radiation exposure to treat things like psoriasis, acne, jaundice, and eczema.

Sun safety is always in season. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter the weather. Why? Sun exposure can cause:

Anyone can benefit from learning the health benefits of sun exposure and safety. Invite your friends and family to this informative event so they too can learn how to transform their health by simply learning some sun safety tips and the importance of vitamin D.