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In another study early last year..Employees given desks near windows worked more quickly and lasted longer without needing a break. Why..You ask? Well, exposure to sunlight activates the hypothalamus, the brains "control switch" for wakefulness. Plus, a study done at the University of Alabama concluded that the more sunlight you soak up, the more you activate the brain area responsible for suppressing the sleep inducing hormone..melatonin.
ALTERNATIVE: If u aren't able to get more sunshine during the day, try using a lamp with a full spectrum daylight bulb to enjoy an awakening brain benefit. One to try: Ecolume Full Spectrum Compact Flourescent, $19.95 at TrueSun.com
** Interesting Tid Bit: A recent Independant study of college students found that those who took a test near a window scored 20% higher than those sitting away from natural light.
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