Originally published June 15 2005
More scientists finding sunshine's benefits outweighs drawbacks
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
Sunbathers will be glad to know scientists are still studying the effects of sunshine, and that recent studies suggest the sun's ability to stimulate vitamin D production in the skin can make it an incredible boon to the body in fighting certain types of cancers, including some skin cancers.
Just in time for summer comes more research on sunshine and cancer.
Only this time, there's some potentially good news: A little sunshine may help prevent certain cancers.
Exposure to sunshine allows the body to produce vitamin D. And vitamin D, long known for its importance to bone health, is showing up in studies as helpful protection against certain types of cancer, including those of the lungs, prostate and especially the colon.
Even some skin cancers might be deterred by adequate amounts of vitamin D.
Americans who are accustomed to slathering on sunscreen before every exposure to sunlight may be understandably confused.
Nothing in these recent studies suggests that people should ignore the warnings to cover up or put on sunscreen before prolonged exposure to the sun.
The link between too much sun and skin cancer is well established.
But vitamin D's benefits should not be ignored.
The vitamin is in fortified milk and oily fish; vitamin D supplements often are needed by people who do not get much exposure to natural light.
However, some scientists now suggest that 15 minutes in the sun a couple of times a week is the best way to avoid vitamin D deficiency.
As always, people who are concerned or confused should consult with their doctors.
But as the debates within the medical community continue, more research is needed on this intriguing finding.
Any way to prevent cancer is worth investigating.
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