Importance of Sun Protection

He Sun it is an irreplaceable source of energy and without it the life as we know it would not exist. Cloudy days invite melancholy and humans experience an obvious good mood and vitality when the sun's rays make an appearance. The number of hours of sunshine per year is an important data to measure the quality of life of a nation (Solar energy is a natural antidepressant that increases the production of serotonin, a substance directly related to well-being and happiness).

Although everything said above is true, it is also true that the sun's rays can be very harmful to the health. Excessive exposure to the sun's rays is the main cause of skin deterioration and the most common trigger factor for skin cancer. So that all this does not happen, there is a very useful strategy: get used to protecting your skin.

Basic measures for proper sun protection

The Sun acts on the skin through UV rays. These rays are what cause damage to skin cells and over the years the skin presents wrinkles and spots. On the other hand, UVB rays cause redness of the skin and burns.

Both types of rays are directly related to skin cancer and some eye problems. It must be taken into account that the damage of the sun's rays is cumulative and irreversible. These negative effects can be significantly reduced by taking a number of measures:

– It is advisable to avoid prolonged sun exposure between ten in the morning and four in the afternoon.

– To protect the skin, dermatologists recommend wearing sunglasses, caps or hats that cover the head, and clothing that covers the body. The sun creams used must have a protection factor adapted to each person's skin type.

– Sun protection is especially important in the case of children, as their skin is much more sensitive.

Runners and sun protection

Running is a phenomenon that has spread throughout the planet. Those who are new to this activity should take into account that the sun's rays and excessive heat They can have a very negative effect on your health. In the summer months you should avoid running during the hours of intense heat, otherwise you run the risk of dehydration.

Naturally, using a sun protection cream, wearing a cap and drinking fluids before and during training are measures that every runner should respect.

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