Health & Temperance

The Health Ministries Department serves as a resource for information and counsel on health and temperance affairs and advises the Church and its departments and related agencies on health and/or temperance related policies and programs. The Health department promotes a healthful lifestyle among church members and the wider community.

NEWSTART: Benefits of Sunlight

Sunlight helps regulate the body’s internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm.

Morning light signals the brain to stay awake by reducing melatonin, the

hormone that promotes sleep. This supports a consistent sleep-wake cycle and

makes it easier to feel alert during the day and rest at night.

Sunlight also improves sleep quality. Adequate daylight exposure helps the body

produce melatonin more effectively in the evening, leading to deeper and more

restorative sleep.