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SHOCKING: How Sunlight Affects EVERYTHING about your Metabolic Health with Zaid Dahhaj

Jun 12, 2025
Zaid Dahhaj, a circadian optimization coach and the co-founder of the 2AM podcast, discusses how sunlight influences metabolic health and circadian rhythms. He challenges common beliefs about sun exposure, revealing its potential benefits, while critiquing misconceptions about sunglasses and blue light. Zaid shares practical tips for morning sunlight exposure and minimizing artificial light's impact, helping listeners tackle fatigue, sleep issues, and inflammation. This enlightening conversation emphasizes aligning daily habits with our body's natural cycles for improved health.
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INSIGHT

Sunlight Powers Circadian Cancer Defense

  • Sunlight is the most powerful external cue for circadian alignment, which controls anti-cancer processes.
  • Full-spectrum sunlight supports tumor suppression and cell cycle checkpoints under circadian control.
ANECDOTE

Loss Sparked Circadian Passion

  • Zaid became passionate about circadian biology after his father died from heart disease at age 51.
  • This personal loss drove him to study circadian rhythms and their impact on health.
INSIGHT

Indoor Light Harms Metabolic Health

  • Modern indoor lifestyles cause circadian disruption by flipping natural light patterns.
  • Dark days indoors and excessively bright nights harm metabolic and chronic disease risks.
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