To Sun or Not to Sun?
Should I avoid the sun? Yes and No. Sun exposure can be both beneficial and harmful. Sunlight has many beneficial effects and in my opinion should not be completely avoided. At least 15 minutes in the sun without sunscreen has been shown to help with many dysfunctions and to actually be quite healing. It seems that more and more people are avoiding the sun. And though excessive exposure may create problems for some people, some exposure is necessary particularly for the production of Vitamin D and many other health benefits. It is of course a good idea to avoid getting sunburned and not to sit and bake in the sun. Moreover, going in the sun with globs of sunscreen on does not really translate into a healthful solution. Sunscreens pose their own danger. If you are using sunscreen, then look for sunscreens with titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which are preferable sunblocks both for their effectiveness and lower health risks. What is the difference between the UVA and UVB rays? UVA is ca
