Sunshine, a Vital Key to Wellness

Vitamin D is vital for anyone, but for people with cancer it can be especially vital even during social distancing rules.

BY BONNIE ANNIS

PUBLISHED MAY 21, 2020

Bonnie Annis is a breast cancer survivor, diagnosed in 2014 with stage 2b invasive ductal carcinoma with metastasis to the lymph nodes. She is an avid photographer, freelance writer/blogger, wife, mother and grandmother.

When the Coronavirus was first discovered in the United States, the American public was warned to stay home and practice social distancing. These orders were issued by local and federal governments due to the seriousness of the disease and to help prevent its spread.

As thousands followed that advice, sheltering in place became the norm. Many took it to mean we were to stay indoors in order to be safe.  

For me, staying indoors for weeks at a time, was difficult. Day after day, the isolation took its toll. I enjoyed the outdoors and relished my daily walks. Without them, I began to struggle with feelings of lethargy. Perhaps the lack of energy was due to inactivity but more than likely, it was the result of a Vitamin D deficiency. 

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