At least some sunlight is necessary to stay healthy

Neon Beach · 06-12-2007, 08:28 AM

By Robert Bazell
Chief science and health correspondent
NBC News
Updated: 7:54 p.m. ET Jan 19, 2004

Tamara Smith visits a tanning parlor when she can’t be outside in the sun. “I’m always indoors. I don’t go outside," says Smith.
Many doctors say ultraviolet light from the sun or a tanning machine is dangerous because of the risks associated with skin cancer. But some health experts, such as Dr. Michael Holick of Boston University, disagree.
“I believe that Americans have gone overboard with their fear of the sun. I think that sensible exposure to sunlight is really important for your overall health and well-being,” says Holick.

The reason for the concern is vitamin D, essential for bone strength and other health needs, which our skin makes through exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays.

Complete story can be seen at:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/4001172/

www.smarttan.com/beta/article.php?aid=286

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Neon Beach I'm Banned Join Date: Nov 30 2000 Location: Ontario Age: 45 Posts: 52,065 Rep Power: 0	At least some sunlight is necessary to stay healthy By Robert Bazell Chief science and health correspondent NBC News Updated: 7:54 p.m. ET Jan 19, 2004 Tamara Smith visits a tanning parlor when she can’t be outside in the sun. “I’m always indoors. I don’t go outside," says Smith. Many doctors say ultraviolet light from the sun or a tanning machine is dangerous because of the risks associated with skin cancer. But some health experts, such as Dr. Michael Holick of Boston University, disagree. “I believe that Americans have gone overboard with their fear of the sun. I think that sensible exposure to sunlight is really important for your overall health and well-being,” says Holick. The reason for the concern is vitamin D, essential for bone strength and other health needs, which our skin makes through exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. Complete story can be seen at: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/4001172/ www.smarttan.com/beta/article.php?aid=286

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