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Why Am I So Tired After a Day in the Sun?

Featuring Dr. Anthony K. Sampino

You spent the day relaxing at the beach — so why does it feel like you just ran a marathon? Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, a hike, or just a sunny afternoon on the patio, a sunny day tends to leave us all feeling the same way: totally wiped out. But why do so many of us end up tired after a day in the sun?

“Sun exposure affects your body in more ways than you might think,” says Anthony Sampino, DO, a family medicine specialist with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group. “Feeling tired after a day outside is normal, and there are a few reasons why.” >> Read more

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