should the walk for the cure be out in the sun

[Guest guest]

We're getting a lot of conflicting advice these days:

 

- we need more sun exposure to produce adequate Vitamin D

- we need less sun exposure because of the risks of skin cancer and

the ageing effects of the sun

 

 

Is there any advice out there on how we are to strike a balance? How

much is enough, how much is too much?

 

Hi,

I take on a conservative approach. I work outside, gardening for

example but don't sun bathe at all. I think the most harmful level

is when the skin is burned and peels.

 

I don't use sun screens because I doubt the're healthy and could do

more damage than the sun.

 

I suggest you enjoy the sun, but don't make a point of getting burned

consistently and moisturize your skin when needed.

 

Jeff

[Guest guest]

There is no doubt that spending time out in the sun is time well spent. The

downside is a higher risk of skin cancers of the kind generally not fatal

(though vegetarian diets appear to be protective against these) and perhaps if

overdone a skin that is damaged. The upside is far fewer cancers of all kinds, a

better sense of well being, more energy and the likelihood of a longer life.

Your choice.

 

Jonathan

 

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We're getting a lot of conflicting advice these days:

 

- we need more sun exposure to produce adequate Vitamin D

- we need less sun exposure because of the risks of skin cancer and

the ageing effects of the sun