July is National Picnic Month

By Shelley Irwin

Published July 29, 2025 at 10:35 AM EDT

BCBS of Michigan's Shanthi Appelo, Registered Dietician, reminds us of the connection between the power of nature, safe sun habits, Vitamin D, and more.

July is National Picnic Month, the perfect time to explore how something as simple as eating outside can meaningfully benefit both the mind and body. BCBS of Michigan's Shanthi Appelo, Registered Dietician, reminds us of the connection between the power of nature, safe sun habits, Vitamin D and more.

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