Controversial research argues sunscreen guidelines are unscientific and potentially harmful
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Rowan Jacobsen
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This article challenges mainstream medical advice on sun exposure and sunscreen use, arguing that current guidelines are unscientific, unhealthy, and potentially racist. It draws a parallel between sunscreen and margarine—both were promoted as healthy but later found to be harmful. The piece presents controversial research suggesting that avoiding the sun and slathering on sunscreen may actually increase the risk of vitamin D deficiency and related diseases, while the health risks of sun exposure have been overstated. It explores the historical, cultural, and racial biases embedded in sun protection guidelines.
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Hacker NewsControversial research argues sunscreen guidelines are unscientific and potentially harmfuloutsideonline.comKey quotes
· 4 pulledThese are dark days for supplements.
If there was one supplement that seemed sure to survive the rigorous tests, it was vitamin D.
People with low levels of vitamin D in their blood have significantly higher rates of virtually every disease and disorder you can think of: cancer, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, heart attack, stroke, depression, cognitive impairment, autoimmune conditions.
Current guidelines for sun exposure are unhealthy and unscientific, controversial new research suggests—and quite possibly even racist.
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