From a medical point of view, ultraviolet radiation is considered the most valuable part of the solar spectrum. Ultraviolet rays are endowed with a bactericidal effect, activate the formation of various biologically active substances in the skin. The pigment melanin is also formed. Due to pigmentation, the resistance of the skin to excessive exposure to sunlight becomes higher, a protective reaction to the action of solar radiation is triggered.

Under influence constituent parts solar spectrum, various processes are formed in the body, which lead to the fact that the adaptive defenses of the body are activated. This, in fact, is the therapeutic effect of heliotherapy.

Slows down aging

Under the influence of sunlight, the pineal gland, which is located in the diencephalon, produces a hormone called melatonin. Even the rate at which the body will age depends on the proportion of this hormone. Melatonin is able to intercept free radicals- combinations formed as a result of metabolism that damage skin cells.

Sunlight helps the active production of the hormone of joy - serotonin, the deficiency of which provokes winter depression. Under the influence of sunlight, the body produces vitamin D, which is a building material for bone tissue. The human body's need for vitamin D is 400 units per day. It is worth exposing your face to direct sunlight for fifteen minutes, and you can get vitamin D in the daily amount. Vitamin D is able to provide the human skeleton in the right proportion with phosphorus and calcium. Thanks to this vitamin, the bones are formed strong, of the correct shape, it is possible to prevent rickets, which is not only a childhood ailment - osteomalacia with softening of the bones is often found in adults.

On a sunny spring day, we immediately have a desire to go for a walk and soak up the gentle rays of the sun. Such a desire of our body is not at all surprising, because the sun is the key to good health and a cure for many diseases.

Heliotherapy is the name of the science of healing with sunlight. Many centuries ago, Hippocrates called the sun a medicine for everyone. And today, beachgoers on the sea, vacationers on picnics, summer residents in dachas, patients in sanatoriums and all are treated with the sun's rays. happy people which owe their good health to the sun.

Under the action of sunlight, vitamin D is produced in the human body. It is thanks to him that we grow and have good posture. Vitamin D is responsible for the absorption of calcium, the main building material our bones and teeth.

What does the sun heal?

1. Human happiness. Under the gentle rays of the sun, the human body produces the hormones of happiness - endorphins. That's why in spring and summer we feel so happy and fall in love easily.
2. Women's well-being. Under the influence of the sun, our muscles become more elastic, which means the body looks toned. The solar pores in the body activate the metabolism, food is better absorbed, fats break down faster and protein is absorbed. As a result, we lose weight and become leaner. The morning sun rays are very useful for vision, and the nails are strengthened and grow twice as fast thanks to sunbathing.
3. Heart and blood vessels. The sun's rays dilate blood vessels, so the body receives more oxygen. As a result, the work of the heart and blood pressure are normalized. Under the influence of the sun, the pineal gland of the brain produces the hormone melatonin, which protects blood vessels from fragility and prevents the appearance of atherosclerotic plaques. That is why the number of deaths from a heart attack is significantly reduced in the summer.
   It is also known that in some cases, after sunbathing, the vascular network on the skin decreased or completely disappeared - red-violet "cobwebs" on the legs.
   In general, solar energy acts on the human brain as a powerful stimulant. Even a short exposure to the sun improves brain activity and overall well-being.
4. Cancer cells. We are used to hearing that prolonged exposure to the sun can cause cancer. However, it is also known that it is the solar ultraviolet rays that slow down the growth of cancerous formations, since under their influence the body produces substances that neutralize atypical cells. Therefore, in people who are rarely in the sun, the risk of cancer increases.

Therefore, solar energy can be both a medicine and a poison - it's all a matter of dosage and correct use sunbathing.

Who will be the sun's friend?

To get the maximum benefit from the solar luminary, you must comply with the measure and not be in direct sunlight from 11:00 to 15:00.

Sunbathing will be useful for:

• bone fractures
• bone tuberculosis
• wounds and ulcers that do not heal well
• psoriasis, seborrhea and other skin diseases
• hypovitaminosis D and rickets
• chronic diseases of the bronchi and lungs, tuberculosis (except for the stage of exacerbation)
• chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

Who will be the enemy of the sun?

Excessive exposure to the sun can cause sun allergy (photoallergy), melanoma, headache, rapid fatigue, excessive agitation, irritability, and insomnia.

Sun exposure is contraindicated in:

• acute inflammatory processes, tumors, progressive forms of tuberculosis of the lungs and bones
• severe atherosclerosis
• angina pectoris in the acute stage, with heart defects
• blood diseases
• hypertension, migraine
• endocrine diseases in the acute stage
• systemic lupus erythematosus, malaria
• severe vascular sclerosis
• increased nervous excitement

Rejoice in the sun and every new day!

Without sunlight, life on the planet would be impossible. After all, the Sun is the main source of energy for all processes taking place on earth. Since ancient times, people have highly valued the healing properties of the Sun and perceived it as a reliable ally in the fight against diseases. The visible part of the solar spectrum is heterogeneous and consists of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet beams, they are visible after a thunderstorm, when a rainbow appears in the sky. One side of the invisible part is a continuation of the red spectrum, and therefore is called infrared, the other is beyond the violet end, and therefore is called ultraviolet.

Solar radiation is a powerful stream of pure energy in the form of a series of electromagnetic oscillations of different wavelengths. Infra-red rays have the longest wavelength - from 760 to 2300 nm. They make up about 70% of the solar radiation and have a thermal effect. Visible rays have a wavelength from 400 to 760 nm. Ultraviolet rays have the smallest wavelength - from 295 to 400 nm. The ultraviolet part of the solar spectrum near the earth's surface accounts for only about 5% of solar radiation. However, this area has the highest biological activity. Due to the fact that the spectrum of ultraviolet rays is heterogeneous, its effect on the body is different. An important factor is the vitamin-forming effect. Under the influence of ultraviolet rays, vitamin D is synthesized in the skin, its deficiency in the body causes disturbances in phosphorus-calcium metabolism, and leads to rickets in children. Another part of the spectrum of ultraviolet rays contributes to the production of pigment (melanin) in the skin, which is why it acquires a golden brown color - a tan. And finally, the shortest ultraviolet rays have a bactericidal (disinfecting) effect, kill pathogenic microbes that constantly attack our body.

One more property of ultraviolet rays should be remembered - they are very sensitive to obstacles: for example, one layer of gauze delays up to 50% of all rays. Gauze, folded four times, as well as window glass 2 mm thick, completely excludes their penetration.

When irradiated by the sun, some of the rays are reflected by the skin, while the other penetrates deep and has a thermal effect. Infrared rays can penetrate the body 5-6cm; visible rays - by a few millimeters, and ultraviolet - by only 0.2-0.4 mm. Under natural conditions, the human body is affected by three types of radiation: direct, coming directly from the Sun, diffuse, coming from the vault of heaven, and reflected from various terrestrial objects.

The energy composition of the first two types is different depending on the height of the Sun. The effect of sunlight on our body is truly amazing. Ultraviolet rays act on nerve endings and are involved in complex chemical transformations that occur in the body. In addition, exposure to sunlight helps to increase the tone of the central nervous system, improve metabolism and blood composition, activates the activity of endocrine glands. All this improves the well-being of a person, charging him with cheerfulness and energy. Ultraviolet rays have a detrimental effect on pathogenic microbes.

If you deprive a person of sunlight, he may develop light starvation. It is expressed in a decrease in the tone of the central nervous system and the body's defenses, a violation of metabolic processes, a decrease in efficiency, an increase in the tendency to colds, a deterioration in well-being and sleep.

The sun, of course, has a truly amazing healing effect, but we must not forget that everything is good in moderation. After all, an overdose of solar radiation can cause irreparable harm - cause serious disorders of the nervous, cardiovascular and other vital systems of the body.

Solar radiation is the most powerful source of energy. For example: in 30 minutes of exposure to the sun, you will get about 264 thousand calories. This amount of heat is enough to bring 3.3 liters of water to a boil. And if you rest in Yalta and sunbathe for 2 hours a day, then for the entire time of the rest you will gain so much energy that it would be enough to burn a 50-watt light bulb for a whole year for 5-6 hours a day. The sun is a powerful potent factor, and therefore, when using its radiant energy, certain caution should be observed. Within a few minutes of exposure to the sun, the skin will turn pink and then red, you will feel warm, and after 5-6 minutes the redness will disappear and reappear only after a few hours. All this happens as a result of the action of ultraviolet rays on the skin. With repeated exposure to the sun, they will contribute to the synthesis of a coloring pigment in the skin - melanin, which gives it a tan. The main reason for an overdose of solar radiation is the desire to tan as quickly and strongly as possible, to acquire a beautiful skin color. Many believe that the darker the tan, the higher the biological effect of sunbathing. But not exactly. After all, darkening of the skin is only one of the body's responses to the effects of sunlight, and it would be a mistake to judge the general health effect from it.

The healing properties of sunbathing begin to appear at lower doses than at doses that cause intense pigmentation. Therefore, to improve health and increase efficiency, you do not need a particularly strong tan at all, especially since the pursuit of it can cause serious harm instead of good. The result of inept use of the sun is overheating of the body, and burns appear on the skin. They arise from direct impact, and from sunlight reflected from ice, snow and the water surface.

Sunburn is an inflammation of the skin caused by ultraviolet rays. Within 5-7 hours after irradiation, redness and swelling appear on the skin. Then, as a result of the toxic substances formed during the decay of cells, symptoms of intoxication appear: severe headache, malaise, decreased performance. The affected areas should be wiped with diluted alcohol, applied to them with clean wipes moistened with a 2% solution of potassium permanganate, lubricated with petroleum jelly. The most severe consequence of an overdose of solar energy is the so-called heat stroke. Its signs: general weakness, sluggish gait, apathy, heaviness in the legs, dizziness and headache, flickering and darkening in the eyes, thirst, nausea, vomiting. Along with this, there are profuse sweating, fever, increased heart rate and respiration. With sunstroke, there is a slow increase in body temperature.

If these symptoms are detected, urgent measures must be taken to stop further exposure to sunlight or other heat rays. Move the victim to a cool place, take off his clothes, increase air circulation, if necessary, perform artificial respiration, provide complete rest and call an ambulance.

Dosing sunbathing is carried out according to the photochemical reactions of the skin caused by the action of ultraviolet rays, or according to the amount of absorbed thermal energy. The minimum time required for the appearance of visible photochemical reactions in the form of reddening of the skin is taken as one biological dose of exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

If you need to take baths lying down, you need to remember the following: the amount of solar energy acting on the body depends on how the body is located in relation to the direction of direct sunlight. If its location is parallel (along) to their orientation, the body receives less direct sunlight, and if across (perpendicular), then much more. Thus, at a low solstice, the person being tempered should sunbathe while lying on his side. While sunbathing, change your body position more often, turn your back to the sun, then your stomach, then sideways. In no case should you sleep, otherwise it will not be possible to take into account the duration of exposure to the sun and, as a result of carelessness, you can get dangerous burns. It is also not recommended to read, because the sun has a harmful effect on the eyes.

Since wet skin burns faster, if sweat appears, it must be thoroughly wiped off. Before taking a sunbath, you should not swim, and also continuously alternate exposure with bathing. Only very strong, seasoned people can do this. Another detail to consider when sunbathing. Fabrics made of nylon, capron and some other synthetic materials are highly permeable to ultraviolet rays. Staying in such clothes does not protect the body from their effects. Therefore, to prevent overdose, sunbathing time should be reduced. After the procedure, rest, take a shower or swim. Rubbing the body is not necessary, because even without that the rush of blood to the skin is quite sufficient.

Heliotherapy is the treatment of various diseases, health promotion by exposing the body to the sun's rays, which are absorbed by the skin. Sunlight has a positive effect on overall human health, hormonal balance, psyche, energy levels. A lack of sunlight causes various problems, for example, a lack of vitamin D, which is necessary for the absorption of calcium (), a decrease in immunity.

What is heliotherapy? This is the treatment of physical ailments with the help of sunlight. Today it is used in resorts, as well as in combination with balneotherapy, air baths ().

The impact of sunlight on the human body has many health benefits, not only strengthening the body's defenses and immune stimulation, but also the formation of vitamin D, superficial cleansing of the skin from bacteria, acne treatment, and mood improvement.

Sunlight has a positive effect on the psyche, and this is due to the fact that it affects the production of various hormones and neurotransmitters in the brain. In addition, sunlight is necessary for the production of vitamin D. If there is no sun, then there is a deficiency of this vitamin, then not only immunity, but also bones suffer from this. Because vitamin D promotes calcium absorption in the intestines. And this mineral is critical for bone hardness and stability.

In heliotherapy, care is always taken to ensure that the sun acts gently on the body. Therefore, therapy is not used without proper protection ().

You should sunbathe slowly with a gradual increase in time spent in the sun. On the first and second days of heliotherapy, the time of exposure to sunlight should not exceed 15 minutes. On the third and fourth days, the time can be increased to 20 minutes, then every two days add 3 minutes. In this case, it is necessary to use sunscreen in accordance with the phototype; drink up to 3 liters of water a day to avoid dehydration (). You should not abuse tanning sessions, the optimal rate is 2-3 times a week.

Treatment of diseases with the help of sunlight

Heliotherapy or in another way treatment with the help of sunlight comes from the Greek word Helios sun. In ancient times, this therapy was common, as many studies show that ancient patients were treated with direct exposure to sunlight. Modern heliotherapy is a little different, because. light sometimes artificial components of the sun are used. Of particular importance is heliotherapy, which is widely used by naturopaths.

This therapy is recommended for use in various pathologies. The effect of solar heat is often used to treat inflammation, eliminate tension. In medicine, artificial infrared light is often used to treat depression.

In ancient times, people used the light of the sun as a means to restore strength, energy, and health. In addition, the civilizations of the Aztecs, Mayans and Incas saluted the god of the Sun.

There is an opinion that "sunny countries" are more full of vitality than areas with a temperate or cold climate, where most things seem gray.

Most people living in "hot countries" have healthy, whiter teeth than those living in "northern countries". One reason for this is that sunlight promotes the production of vitamin D, which helps keep bones and teeth healthy.

Heliotherapy rules - diet

The sun is the main source of life on Earth. Nature "rejoices", develops and lives thanks to sunlight. If a person is sufficiently aware, then he can use the power of nature to regenerate, restore, maintain health, the psyche and even the mind.

Heliotherapy is a holistic treatment method, i.e. it is an effective natural method that is based on healing with the help of the energy of the sun. Natural free sunlight gives man the healing power of nature.

Before sun therapy (12 days in advance) for best results, switch to healthy eating, do not smoke, do not use food additives, chemicals.

The diet before tanning treatment should consist of cereals, which may include wheat, rice, millet. You can also include low-fat milk on the menu.

Meat, coffee, sugar, toxic substances (drugs, additives) should be excluded from the menu. It is also not recommended to eat beans, lentils.

Drink several glasses daily pure water, preferably spring. Walk in the fresh air, walking barefoot is also useful ().

This diet should be applied 12 to 15 days before tanning.

Basic Rules

• You can not sunbathe during the period of increased solar activity, i.e. between 12:00 and 16:00, especially in the summer months. Heliotherapy requires a gradual increase in time spent in the sun. The maximum time is 50 minutes per day for an adult.
• Use protective equipment: sunscreen, as well as a panama hat, sunglasses.

Contraindications to heliotherapy:

• lack of vitamin B12 (pernicious anemia);
• nephritis (inflammation of the kidneys);
• pleurisy;
• Addison's disease;
• sun allergy;
• serious heart disease;
• photosensitivity;
• hyperthyroidism.

Heliotherapy: systemic healing with the help of the sun

To achieve healing effects, heliotherapy is often combined with other therapies. For example, to get the best results, I use extracts of various plants, but under the strict supervision of a doctor.

Heliotherapy is a branch of medicine that uses sunlight to achieve beneficial and healing effects.

Although the topic of solar radiation forces the use of precautionary measures, there is still a positive undeniable effect on health.

The traditional application of heliotherapy is the gentle exposure of the body to sunlight over several time-controlled sessions. In addition, heliotherapy is usually applied and regulated according to the climate of the coast.

it The best way treatment of diseases related to the skin. For example, psoriasis, eczema or atopic dermatitis, as well as itching, peeling, pigmentation. In the presence of wounds, scars, acne, there is a rapid regeneration of the skin, the destruction of microbes, and the activation of immunity.

The sun helps to reduce lactic acid that accumulates in the blood, especially after physical activity. Exercising in the sun can reduce the accumulation of this acid in the body.

The sun can also reduce the amount of uric acid in the blood, which is beneficial for people with gout.

The sun's rays can be helpful in case of tachycardia, because they reduce the heart rate. In addition, they help reduce the frequency of breathing, which is very useful for various respiratory diseases. This allows for slower, deeper and easier breathing.

Dr. A. Rollier's 20th Century Research: The sun promotes muscle strength, lowers blood pressure, and may help reduce abnormally high cholesterol levels. The sun strengthens the immune system and is therefore favorable for the treatment of infectious diseases (viral, bacterial or fungal). Sun exposure increases the presence of lymphocytes in the blood, stimulates the production of interferon.

In conclusion, I would like to say that the sun's rays help eliminate mental and behavioral disorders such as neurosis, depression, anxiety and insomnia. The sun is useful for regulating the autonomic nervous system.

International Journal The World Astrology Review, No 7 (55), July 30, 2006

Before sunrise, the rays that are refracted in the atmosphere have a major effect on the brain. During sunrise, the rays of the Sun, which travel in a straight line, have an effect on the respiratory system and on our sensitivity.And the closer to noon, the same rays have an effect on our digestive system. Therefore, the healing effect of solar energy is different: before sunrise - to improve nervous system of the brain, and from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for stomach strengthening. After dinner, in general, solar energy has little healing effect. The reason for this difference is the different perceptual ability of the Earth and the human body.

THE MOST HEALING SUN RAYS IN THE MORNING FROM 8 TO 9 HOURS. By the afternoon, the rays are very strong and do not act well on the human body. Early sunbeams work well on anemic people,

You can expose your whole body to the Sun. Sunbathing in the morning from 8 to 10 o'clock. These baths work on the spine, brain, lungs. The brain is like a battery . As soon as this battery begins to perceive, if its replenishment with solar energy arrives correctly, it begins to send it to all parts of the body, and this energy begins to heal. .