Guys, I think low Vit D made me a bummer part of last year. I feel so much better after summer and sunshine. My D levels still aren't optimal so I am supplementing. I'd rather get it from sun, but tha...
I hit up tanning beds when I'm feeling sluggish or when it's been super cloudy for multiple days. Those 2 things usually align. As with anything else, I believe moderation mitigates risk, but skin cancer has never shown up in my lineage, as far as I know.
I'll sometimes go 2x/week in February (if I can swing it), but maybe only once every 2 weeks through the other winter months. It really depends on the weather. A glowy tan is never my goal. It does seem to improve my energy levels but that might be strictly psychological, since it's 10 min of deep warmth in an environment where you may feel cold to the bone constantly for weeks on end. 😅
I'll sometimes go 2x/week in February (if I can swing it), but maybe only once every 2 weeks through the other winter months. It really depends on the weather. A glowy tan is never my goal. It does seem to improve my energy levels but that might be strictly psychological, since it's 10 min of deep warmth in an environment where you may feel cold to the bone constantly for weeks on end. 😅
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