One of the main goals of shade is to get us out of the sun and cool us down. And while that can make us feel better on a hot day, it can also be important for our health.
Jennifer Vanos is an associate professor in the Global Futures Laboratory at Arizona State University. The Show with her about how much shade can help in terms of helping our bodies.
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