Why Sunshine Is Important For Children

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Why Sunshine Is Important For Children
Summer is time for busy kids to catch up on
things they do not have time for during the
school year. It is the time when days are long
and the sun shines bright. Our bodies are
dependent on the sun to function properly.
Basking in the sun is necessary to regulate
vitamin D production, brain chemistry, and sleep
cycles. But, todays kids spend little time
outdoors. Leisure activities often take place
inside.   Studies show that bright light is
necessary for children for various reasons. A
pediatrician in a Montessori in Whittier, CA says
that it boosts mood and concentration. It may
prevent disease, circadian rhythm disorder, and
nearsightedness. A bright light has a crucial
impact on the brain. It may foster new synapses
and enhances kids ability to learn.
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Sun is for all and it is free. it is ample in
summer. Summer is a great time for children as
well as the whole family to create a habit of
getting as much sun as possible. Sunshine is
necessary for vitamin D production. About 90 of
the bodys vitamin D production occurs when the
skin gets adequate light from the sun. Vitamin D
is crucial for a childs body because it enhances
the metabolic rate of the body and helps in the
absorption of calcium, zinc, magnesium, iron, and
phosphate. It also influences protein which
triggers gene expression and has a deep impact on
the production of feel-good brain chemicals such
as beta-endorphins and serotonin. This brain
chemical regulates cell growth, neuromuscular
function, and enhances the immunity of the body
to combat germs and bacteria.
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Montessori caregiver in a school in Whittier,
CA has noticed that bright light improves the
mood of the children. Children remain more active
under bright sunlight and remain dull and gloomy
if there is a shortage of light. According to
this formula, kids are most active and remain at
the height of creativity on summer
days.   Sunlight gears up the production of
serotonin, a chemical that is responsible for the
feeling of wellbeing and joy in children and
lowers the risk of impulsivity, aggression,
depression, and anxiety in the body of a child.
When a child gets a chance to play outdoor the
sunshine has a positive and calming effect on him
or her.
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Children who play outdoor have a regular basis
have a lower risk of developing nearsightedness.
This eye problem is also called myopia. It is a
common vision condition in which you can see
objects near to you clearly but the sight of the
distant object is blurry. It may grow during the
childhood period.   It has been seen that
sunlight regulates the internal body clock and
supports sleep. An adequate amount of sleep is
necessary for healthy physical and mental
development. In Whittier, CA, a Montessori caregiv
er in a preschool says that they program their
curriculum in a way so that children get at least
an hours outdoor exposure to the sun when they
come to school. Every day they keep engaging
their students in various outdoor physical
activities. They also advise parents to engage
their kids in different activities in day time
when they will be at home on the vacation.
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