Choices Count

Recently I noticed a post by one of my facebook friends from high school announcing that she would no longer be spending time in the sun due to her unfortunate diagnosis of a melanoma that luckily was caught extremely early.

This got me thinking about how many of us make choices based on fear rather than on a full understanding of the facts. The sun is actually one of the most important sources of Vitamin D, which plays a critical role in immune function, mood regulation, and overall health.

Of course, moderation and smart sun exposure are key. But avoiding the sun entirely out of fear may create its own set of health problems. Every choice counts — and informed choices are always better than fear-based ones.