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Autumn Equinox: Reset Yourself and Your Skin with Healthy Routines  

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Reset Yourself and Your Skin with Healthy Routines 

Adieu summer. Hello autumn. Team Moondust has tips for that time between savoring the season’s final warm rays and preparing for the routine of school, work, and shorter days. It isn’t just a shift in schedules—it’s also a time to think about how our skin and overall wellness adapt to seasonal changes. 

Even as we welcome cooler breezes, the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays don’t disappear with summer. Protecting skin health remains essential year-round, especially when it comes to reducing the risk of skin cancer. Alongside sun protection and our smart sun practices, the foods we eat can play a powerful role in supporting our skin from within. 

With school and work back in full swing, most families are packing lunches. September is the perfect time to introduce nutrient dense options that support long-term health, including Vitamin K2 into the family routine. While K2 isn’t abundant in a wide variety of foods, the ones that contain it are both delicious and easy to pack! 

Why Vitamin K2 Matters for Skin and Overall Health 

Most of us have heard about Vitamin D, especially when it comes to sun exposure and immune support. But Vitamin K2, a lesser-known nutrient, is just as vital—and it works in harmony with Vitamin D. 

Here’s what makes Vitamin K2 a seasonal must-have: 

  • Calcium Regulation: K2 ensures calcium goes where it’s needed (bones and teeth) and not where it can cause harm (arteries and soft tissues). This is particularly important for long-term heart and bone health. 
  • Skin Support: By reducing calcium buildup in the wrong places, K2 may support smoother, healthier-looking skin and potentially slow signs of premature aging. It may also improve healing 
  • Partner to Vitamin D: Since many people boost Vitamin D through summer sun or supplements, K2 becomes even more important to help balance calcium metabolism and protect tissues. 

Packing Vitamin K2 into School and Work Lunches 

Here are some simple, packable lunch ideas to slip Vitamin K2 into daily routines: 

• Cheese cubes or slices: Certainly, a classic and kid-friendly option. Hard cheeses like Gouda and Edam are excellent sources of K2. Pair with whole grain crackers and apple slices for balance. 

• Eggs (especially from pasture-raised hens): Boiled eggs travel well and are simple to add to salads or sandwiches. The yolk is where most of the K2 is found. Or try mini baked egg muffins.  

• A wrap with veggies and hummus: chickpeas are a good source of Vitamin K1, which can be converted into Vitamin K2 by the human body  (For non-vegetarians – Chicken thighs or drumsticks: Cooked ahead and added cold to a salad, or home-made bento box, these cuts contain more K2 than leaner chicken breast) 

• Fermented foods: Natto (a traditional Japanese fermented soybean dish) is the richest source of K2, though it may be an acquired taste and for the more adventurous eater! For a more familiar option, small amounts of sauerkraut or fermented pickles will also do it.  

These lunch ideas bring together not just Vitamin K2, but also the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support skin resilience and overall wellness. 

The Seasonal Balance: Sun, Skin, and Nutrition 

Soak up sunlight wisely. Pack nutrient-rich lunches. Be skin aware and on the lookout for any changes to moles or spots and prioritize yearly skin checks. Take it one step more…  

Make the Equinox a Time for Rituals  

Find balance in simple, nurturing rituals that care for both your skin and your spirit: 

  • Hydration reset: Replenish your skin barrier with rich moisturizers as cooler air sets in. 
  • Mindful sun habits: Keep wearing sun protection, even when it feels like summer is over. 
  • Nutrition check-in: Add seasonal foods—like squash, root vegetables, and dark leafy greens—that pair well with Vitamin K2-rich staples. 
  • Evening rituals: Cooler nights invite calming routines, from herbal teas to gentle stretches, which lower stress and indirectly support skin repair. 

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