Why the Sun is Necessary for Optimal Health
Video Friday: A Review of the Past, Present & Future of Heliotherapy by Dr. Alexander Wunsch Major changes in the way we live, especially over the past century, have affected the amount of sunshine...
How Other Forms of Energy from Sunshine May Affect Our Health
Red, Near Infrared, Far Infrared, and Blue Light from sunshine may all have unique health effects to offer We have previously discussed the health effects of ultraviolet radiation from sunshine, including UVA and UVB...
The Health Benefits and Risks from Moderate Sun Exposure
Special guest post by William B. Grant, PhD, a recognized “World Expert” in the top 0.1% of scholars writing about Sunlight over the past 10 years The evidence supporting the role of moderate sun...
Is there another way to safely raise your vitamin D?
Demonstrated by history and proven through research: Indoor UV devices can be an effective tool to boost vitamin D levels and improve certain health conditions The sun is meant to be our main source...
Could Regular Sun Exposure Decrease Melanoma Risk?
Several studies conclude that regular sun exposure and higher vitamin D levels are related to decreased incidence of melanoma and increased melanoma survival rates Melanoma accounts for approximately 1-7% of all skin cancers (depending...
The Original Source of Vitamin D and How to Use It
The body can easily produce enough vitamin D from sunshine or artificial UVB, but how do you know if you are ‘using’ it correctly? The main source of vitamin D is meant to be...
Sunlight Shown to Rapidly Inactivate SARS-CoV-2
Study finds natural sunlight may rapidly inactivate SARS-CoV-2 on surfaces and be used as an effective disinfectant Past research has shown that the survival of several viruses, including the influenza and SARS-CoV-1 virus, is...
Several Ways Sunshine Can Improve Immune Health
Sunshine and UV exposure may help reduce the risk of infection, severity and death from viral infections by supporting immune function We have covered in detail how the immune system relies on vitamin D...
Your Heart Needs Sunshine – Here’s Why
Vitamin D and nitric oxide are both vital to cardiovascular health, and are produced in the body with UV exposure from sunshine Many studies have been published showing the relationship between increased sun exposure...
Narrow-band Ultraviolet B (NB UVB) Exposure Improves Mood in Healthy Individuals
Need a mood boost? Get outside in the sunshine or find another way to get some healthy UVB. Many studies have shown a link between higher vitamin D levels and improved mental health and...