Is Nudism a Healthy Lifestyle or Just Hype?

The American Association for Nudist Recreation (AANR) has always emphasized on the health benefits of practicing nudity. However, this has always been debated by people who believe that public nudity is violation of privacy and it isn't a spiritual practice.

However, medical experts have proven that being nude is actually healthy for you, as long as you stay away from anything sexual. If you're turned on looking at nude women in public, the results would be catastrophic. While it would take time to get acquainted with looking at naked bodies, experts suggest that everyone should try nudism and eventually become nudists, given your local rules permit you to practice it in public.

Nudist clubs and nudist organizations have been set up that provide various ways to meet other nudists. But is this a healthy practice? Here are some of the benefits of following a nudist lifestyle:

Weakened bodies: Experts claim that the clothes we wear are breeding ground for a lot of microbes, especially parasites and bacteria, which can cause infections and various skin disorders. It is good to be cloth-free once in a while, if you're new to the nudist culture. Alternatively, you could also visit nudist resorts or nude beaches if you're looking for a complete nudist experience.

Barefoot medicine: Medical sciences now recognizes going shoeless as a brain boosting and anti-Alzheimer’s activity that every person should practice. This stimulates the neurons to make connection, thereby aiding overall brain growth. Bare feet are certainly today's prescription.

Superior socialization: Being nude is in itself a complete therapy. According to Abraham Maslow, social nudity reduces stress and curiosity about the other human being. In addition, it has also been considered as a solution to porn addiction. It also helps people develop a wholesome perception about the other person, particularly belonging to the opposite gender.

Vitamin D absorption: According to statistics, about 75 percent of teens and adults in the United States of America are suffering from Vitamin D deficiency, popularly known as the sunshine vitamin. Lack of this vitamin results in several ailments such as Cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes as well as heart diseases.

If you're from Europe, you'd find various beaches and beach resorts that welcome nudists as well as people that are curious about this kind of lifestyle. It is also worth stating that, a number of beaches in the United States and Canada have also achieved the clothing-optional status but we suggest confirming with the local authorities before stripping it all.

Nudist dating websites have come into existence, which make it easier for nudist singles to connect with like-minded people and plan nudist vacations together.