The sun. Is it good for you? Is it bad for you? These days it feels like its all or nothing on most topics and the sun is one of those that gets divided really quick. Listen to this refreshing take on how to find a personal balanced approach with the sun, and how you can optimize your exposure to benefit your health, yet not damage your health at the same time. In This Episode:

Tanning Beds & Fear of the Sun [03:32]

Vitamin D Synthesis and levels [09:07]

Magnesium helps with Vitamin D Synthesis (see magnesium recommendation below) [10:12]

Best times of day for sun exposure [12:21]

D Minder app [15:48]

Sunscreens [21:11]

Personal Care products and lack of regulation [22:46]

Our favorite sunscreens [24:30]

Resources Mentioned:

Professional grade Vitamin D supplements

Mello Magnesium (use code TOREA for -15%)

Role of Magnesium in Vitamin D Activation and Function

D Minder App

Light protection of the skin after photodynamic therapy reduces inflammation

Not So Pretty Documentary

Healthy Living app

COOLA Sunscreen

Beautycounter Sunscreens

MAK’s article on sunscreen

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