This episode I was joined by the incredible Zaid K. Dahhaj who is so knowledgable when it comes to circadian biology & sunlight.
We cover SO much, & I asked a lot of questions that came from you guys.
Listen with an open mind & let's start re thinking how we see the sun to optimise our health & longevity.
๐ How does the sun actually improve our physical and mental health?ย
๐ What melanin is and itโs benefits
๐ What having a tan ACTUALLY does for usย
๐ The relationship of the sun & artificial light & skin health/ageing
๐ How to safely & effectively be out in the sun
๐ How nature provides us with natural skin care that we all spend $$$โs on
๐ The roles sunrise & sunset play for our circadian rhythms
๐ The healing effects of sunsetย
๐ How regular + adequate sun exposure is protective of all chronic disease (including C)
๐ What to do if you live in an area that doesnโt get a lot of sunlightย
๐ Recommendations if you have to wake up before the sun / canโt get morning sunlightย
๐ Why you MUST have a window open at home, work, while driving
๐ What to know if you are worried about sun damage or it โageingโ you
๐ A day in Zaidโs life optimising his light environment
๐ Benefits of sunlight & especially UVA rise for our thyroidย
๐ Zaidโs opinion on sunscreen
๐ What heliotherapy is & how it can optimise your health
๐ Should we wear sunglasses?
๐ Health benefits of the sun for our eyes
๐ The importance of eating before sunset
๐ Zaidโs journey & why he is so passionate about circadian biology
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