Impact of Staying Indoors

What is one of the initial effects of spending extended time indoors?

• Better sleep quality

• Improved mood

• Cabin fever

• Increased energy levels

How does lack of sunlight affect melatonin production?

• Has no effect on melatonin

• Melatonin is not related to sunlight

• Decreases melatonin production

• Increases melatonin production

What is a potential consequence of decreased serotonin levels?

• Better sleep patterns

• Improved concentration

• Seasonal affective disorder

• Increased appetite

What is one benefit of spending time outdoors?

• Increased blood pressure

• Decreased lung capacity

• Lower stress levels

• Higher stress levels

Why is indoor air considered more polluted than outdoor air?

• It contains more oxygen

• It is recycled and stale

• It is filtered more effectively

• It has more natural elements

What is a key role of vitamin D in the body?

• Enhancing memory

• Improving digestion

• Strengthening bones

• Regulating blood sugar

What long-term health issue can arise from low vitamin D levels?

• Enhanced immune response

• Increased muscle mass

• Heart disease

• Improved vision

What is a suggested way to mitigate the effects of staying indoors?

• Avoiding all physical activity

• Keeping windows closed

• Staying active

• Limiting social interactions

How can social connections help when staying indoors?

• They decrease vitamin D levels

• They reduce the need for exercise

• They increase stress levels

• They provide mental stimulation

What is a simple way to bring more sunlight into your home?

• Use heavy curtains

• Open windows

• Paint walls dark colors

• Install fluorescent lights