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Sun Exposure Reduces Cancer Risk and Thoughts on Tanning Beds – Interview

Friday, June 22, 2018
We have recently discussed the array of benefits provided by sun exposure.  Today, we speak with researcher Dr. Marianne Berwick who authored one of my favorite papers detailing the health benefits of sun exposure.  She also provides some simple guidelines for how much sun exposure you should obtain. We will also broach some of the contentious issues regarding tanning beds. continue reading

VDS PR: Higher Levels of Vitamin D Reduce Breast Cancer Risk by 80%

Thursday, June 21, 2018
“We have a vitamin D problem and its getting worse because people are avoiding sun exposure, and the Health Canada guidelines are too low and need to be re-evaluated” says Perry Holman, Executive Director for the Vitamin D Society. “Canadian’s are paying the price with increased risk for cancers and other diseases. This new study on breast cancer highlights how much cancer can be avoided with optimal vitamin D levels.” continue reading

Sun Avoidance: A Risk Factor for Mortality?

Wednesday, June 20, 2018
In a study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, researchers found that avoiding sun exposure may increase the risk for all-cause mortality in women. continue reading

Sunlight Institute Responses to sun articles 6/11/18—6/17/18

Monday, June 18, 2018
Sunlight Institute Responses to sun articles 6/11/18—6/17/18   https://www.inbrampton.com/are-you-using-enough-sunscreen Being aware of melanoma is a great thing, so I will furnish some facts about melanoma that you should really be aware of:
  • Seventy-five percent of melanomas occur on areas of the body that are seldom or never exposed to sunlight.
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