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off the shelf: tumblr and oldies but goodies | A Life in Balance — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:04:22 +0000

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By: Holly

Holly — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:27:23 +0000

It’s something I was told by a source I trust, but I haven’t read anything online about it. In any case, it’s easy enough to stand in the sun, eyes closed and palms up, for 3-5 minutes…so that’s what I do now. I think 3-5 minutes is reasonable exposure to avoid any kind of damage. Let me know if you find out more!

By: Sarah W

Sarah W — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:12:14 +0000

That is interesting… and bizarre…. when you consider the fact that our eyelids and the palms of our hands probably get very little sun exposure… why would those be the areas where sunlight is best absorbed and assimilated into Vit D?

I’m not saying what you said isn’t true, but it’s the frist time I’ve ever heard such a statement about sunlight and vit D, both the areas of the body and the amount of time needed. Do you have a source?

Just another reason why this is such a confusing topic b/c there doesn’t seem to be consistent recommendations on how to balance our need for sunlight and our need to protect our skin from permanent damage. And of course there is a huge spectrum of complexions and locales which would have to factor into those recommendations.

By: Holly

Holly — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:44:09 +0000

I was told once that all we need is 3-5 minutes a day of sun to get our recommended Vitamin D amounts, and that it’s best absorbed through our eyelids and the palms of our hands. I think few people will burn for only 3-5 minutes of unprotected exposure, so I feel safe about that.

By: Katie

Katie — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 04:40:46 +0000

Neat info and testimony, Linda! Dr. Mercola’s sunblock uses astaxanthin, and I wasn’t sure what it was at first (review of that product coming). Thanks! Katie

By: linda

linda — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:04:26 +0000

I have lived in Hawaii for 23 years and because I was from that beautiful but sun challenged Pacific Northwest I have been mostly careful regarding sun exposure times and durations. I came here porcelain hued and now am a soft honey color year round. There have been mistakes made however at various times, and I have suffered a few sunburns in years past.— A hike started on a cool rainy tropical morn ends up in steamy hot late afternoon on a high ridge with little cover . A wonderful dip into a cool waterfall pool has rinsed away the sunscreen applied back at the car from the sunscreen still in the car.– Or the beach day or see a whale day becomes extended due to visiting company. etc. etc. Everyone’s blown it a time or much more . I have been a natural organic foods educator, worked with Chinese herbalists and did a bit of catering so am quite knowledgeable about natural healing modalities. Beauty products have also been scrutinized . So how did I miss the sunscreen debate until 3-4 years ago. Since then I have used the zinc sunscreens and I don’t mind the white effect because I do one simple thing .I apply a favorite lotion with a touch of water first so my skin is slightly damp and the sunscreen just glides on. The soft lemon grass -honey vanilla scent in Surfer Honey is lovely .—But a really great product for establishing fabulous internal protection is called Bio Astin which has natural Astaxanthin . This is from a microalgae Haematoccocus pluvialis . This is the substance that gives salmon that brilliant pink color and the stamina and endurance for their incredible journeys. Check out a book called ” Astaxanthin King of the carotenoids. It is by Bob Capelli and Gerald Cysewski, PhD. I have not had any sunburns even after working in my orchard for 6-7 hours straight. Thirty five +years of whole foods ,a hat , natural sunscreen and 4 years of Bio Astin and I get constant comments on my “yery youthful skin” . The last 2 only recently added have been quite noticeable in their help. I wish I had used all of these all these years Aloha

By: Good Reads

Good Reads — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 13:41:17 +0000

[...] Sun, Sunscreen, Skin Cancer and Safety: How Much do You Need? :: Kitchen Stewardship Like almost any topic in the field of health and wellness, it seems there is a tangled web of research and opinions when it comes to cancer, sun exposure and sunscreen ingredients. Should we wear SPF 50 sunscreen for our walk from the house to the mailbox, or should we shun all sunscreens in our quest to increase our Vitamin D levels as much as possible? Do we buy sun protective clothing to safeguard every inch of our skin from the damaging UV rays, or should the real cause of our cancer fears be the sunscreen ingredients themselves? [...]

By: Kelly Cook

Kelly Cook — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 06:14:29 +0000

I had to read this to see if your research aligned with my suspicions-that it isn’t just about sun exposure, and chemicals aren’t the answer. There’s sure a lot here to read and try to understand!

My personal belief is skin type plays a role. I’ve always tanned easily and rarely burn, but hardly use sunscreen. I probably won’t at all with these new studies suggesting the sun isn’t the only problem. How did people live in sunny locations hundreds of years ago and NOT get skin cancer? Was it just not defined yet? I think not.

I believe diet plays a major role now too, since learning the benefits of a traditional, whole food diet.

Interesting to hear from those that have greatly reduced vegetable oils and now don’t burn.

Thanks for another great post!

By: Katie

Katie — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:47:18 +0000

Had to give you time to heal from the last one, didn’t I? Don’t worry, I’m giving up research for the rest of the summer now! : ) Katie