You probably think of the health effects of sunlight as a mixed bag. On the one hand, sun exposure helps your body make vitamin D. But on the other, it can cause skin cancer.
To get around this conundrum, dermatologists frequently recommend avoiding sun exposure when you can, slathering on sunscreen when you can't, and taking a vitamin D supplement to make ... Show More
Nov 4
Hercules at the Crossroads — Choosing the Hard Path That Leads to a Good Life
<p>In a story from ancient Greek philosophy, Hercules faces a choice between two paths: one promising pleasure and ease; the other, hardship and struggle — but also growth and greatness. According to today’s guest, this ancient parable is more relevant than ever.</p><p>Dr. Paul T ... Show More
58m 27s
Apr 2019
183: Is sunscreen okay to use?
<p class="Standard">For decades, we've been told to protect ourselves with sunscreen from the sun's harmful rays or risk getting skin cancer. However, melanoma has increased, in tandem with the use of sunscreen. What's going on? Today, clinical scientist and hormone expert Dr. El ... Show More
37m 49s
Jul 2025
What If We Got Sunlight All Wrong? The Truth About Vitamin D & Chronic Disease
Sunlight has long been vilified for its link to skin cancer, yet hiding from it entirely may be costing us far more. Vitamin D, made primarily through sun exposure, plays a pivotal role in everything from bone strength and immune defense to mood regulation, cancer prevention, and ... Show More
37m 2s
Jul 2025
Vitamin D Expert: The Fastest Way To Dementia & The Dangerous Lie You've Been Told About Sunlight!
Is your daily routine ruining your health? Is THIS habit silently triggering dementia? Vitamin D Expert Dr. Roger Seheult reveals how sunlight exposure, caffeine intake, and sleep can impact cancer risk, accelerate dementia, and fry your dopamine brain! Dr. Roger Seheult is a wor ... Show More
2h 6m
Oct 2024
KIR With Jillian Michaels Hot Takes - Is Sunscreen Good Or Bad? Chemical vs. Mineral: What's Best for Your Skin?
<p>More and more we are learning that getting some sunlight is critical for our health. From regulating circadian rhythms to synthesizing vitamin D there’s no question we need sun exposure. BUT, how much is too much? When do we need sunscreen? And, when we use ... Show More
8m 6s
Sep 2024
Vitamin D Debunked: What You Need to Know
In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. JoAnn Manson, but this time we're diving into all things Vitamin D. Sure, you’ve heard it’s great for your bones, but did you know it might also play a role in cancer and heart health? We’re breaking down the latest research ... Show More
3m 8s
Jul 2025
How Much Sun Do You Really Need Every Day?
We’ve been told to block and avoid the sun, but what if moderate sun exposure is actually one of the best things you can do for your health? In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe explores the science behind sunlight and why it’s essential for mood, metabolism, sleep, immunity, and more. ... Show More
31m 1s