Holistic Ways to Stay Safe in the Summer Sun

Holistic Ways to Stay Safe in the Summer Sun Hi, I’m Dr. Marie Starling At The Healing Center, we help people like you reach their full potential. I specialize in adjunctive care for internal disorders, autoimmune conditions, IBS, thyroid symptoms, diabetes,  adrenal fatigue and other complex health issues During the hot summer months, it’s important to stay hydrated and mindful of exposure to the sun. We will discuss staying hydrated, getting sun exposure for Vitamin D synthesis, and healthy sunscreen options. Summer Hydration Staying hydrated in the hot and humid or hot and dry summer months is important for electrolyte balance and proper function of the body. As a general rule, 8 to 10 eight ounce glasses of water per day are optimal, adding more if physically active or outside for long periods of time. The color of your urine can help you gauge hydration; urine should be pale yellow to clear, not dark yellow. Avoid or limit caffeine from coffee and tea and also avoid or limit alcoholic and sugary drinks. Instead, opt for these hydrating beverages: Bone broth, kombucha, coconut kefir, herbal teas, fruit smoothies, vegetable juices, and hot water with lemon. The top 10 hydrating food include: Coconut water and kefir Celery Watermelon and melons Cucumber Kiwi Bell peppers Oranges and grapefruit Pineapple Carrots Grapes Other hydrating foods include bananas, tomatoes, zucchini, radishes, lettuce, mangoes, and berries. What is Vitamin D and Why is It Important? Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that is not actually a vitamin, but a hormone that every cell in the body relies on for peak function. Vitamin D plays an integral role in the care of autoimmune...