Vitamin D

Going outside instantly gives you a vitamin D boost, whether it's sunny or not. Vitamin D has so many benefits I didn't even know about. It boosts your immune system and helps fight off illnesses and can keep your mental health a little higher with fighting off depression. If for some reason you cannot obtain vitamin D just through the sun, you can always take it in the form of a supplement!

Natural Stress Reducer

Being in the sun makes everything feel relaxing, but that's not just all in your head. It is scientifically proven that sunlight reduces your stress level. I know this is true because I might be inside my apartment worrying about the thousands of assignments I have due, but the moment I am outside in that sun, I totally forget about it.

Build Stronger Bones

You always hear that you should drink milk for stronger bones, but what about going outside for stronger bones? Interestingly enough, there is a link between vitamin D, sunlight, and bone strength.

Get That Glowing Skin

Though the sun can have some damaging effects to your skin, it can also provide some benefits. UV radiation is suggested to some people who suffer from acne, eczema, and psoriasis. Definitely only do this if your doctor suggests it, but if you get a little sunburnt while outside, it also probably won't hurt.

Live A Longer Life

While doing research for this article, I found a *very* interesting study. A Journal of Internal Medicine followed 30,000 Swedish women over the course of 20 years and studied how much time they spent in the sun. It was found that those who spent more time in the sun lived 6-2 years longer than those who didn't spend as much time in the sun. This is the only study that really explores the idea of sunlight increasing a life span, but it's an idea that is worth being looked into more.