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Decoded: How much sun you need

Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Dr Chiranjiv Chhabra, leading dermatologist, Skin Alive Clinic explains, "We live in a modern world with hyped messages about how dangerous the sun is. We should remember that the ancient yogis and many other cultures knew how to use the sun to heal all kinds of illnesses, and bring about radiant health. We evolved as a human race for millions of years under the warmth and love of the sun. Sunlight in moderation does more good than harm. It is very important for good skin health also." continue reading

Putting Risk Into Perspective And Not Overreacting

Monday, March 14, 2016
As a scientist, and a cancer survivor, I don't react well to the notion of "Cancer" being invoked purely for sensationalistic purposes. continue reading

How Dermatologists Fuel Chronic Disease Rates With Their Flawed Sun Exposure Guidelines

Monday, March 14, 2016
This is an irrational and shortsighted position that lacks any credibility. The scientific evidence, now running in excess of 34,000 studies, detail that UV exposure is essential, both for vitamin D production and other benefits unrelated to vitamin D. continue reading

Sun Conundrum: UV Protection and Vitamin D

Friday, March 4, 2016
This darker pigment served as a natural sunscreen (approxi­mately an SPF of 4- 6), absorbing the brunt of UVB while allowing a small amount in for the health benefits such as those stated above. This system worked great until humans began migrating from Africa to places in the world with less light. continue reading

Spray Tans Enter the Presidential Debate

Wednesday, March 2, 2016
“He has a terrible spray tan…It’s perhaps the worst I’ve ever seen,” Rubio said. continue reading

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