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49. How Sunlight Helps you Lose Weight with Zaid K. Dahhaj

Regenerative Health with Max Gulhane, MD

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Embrace the Sun's Benefits

The prevailing misconceptions regarding sunlight, particularly in relation to UVA and UVB rays, are challenged. The narrative that there is no safe tan is contradicted by the positive effects of these rays, such as UVA's role in nitric oxide production and other physiological functions, and UVB's stimulation of vitamin D3 production. The disconnect in demonizing UVB for vitamin D3 while praising its benefits is highlighted. Additionally, the belief that getting a tan signifies enough sun exposure and can lead to toxicity is refuted, as melanin offers numerous benefits like disassociating water molecules, promoting photometabolism, and possessing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, allowing people of all skin types to engage in more sun exposure post-tanning.

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