Sun exposure is often framed as something to avoid, but research suggests that limited, intentional sunlight plays an important role in overall health. From vitamin D production to circadian rhythm ...

Many young adults keep track of the UV through weather apps on their smartphones, in hopes that a high number will lead to a better tan — but some health experts are warning of the potential dangers.

The health benefits of sunshine - Sun exposure has benefits to health ... but slather on the sunscreen to ward off melanoma ...

From sun-kissed to sunburned, the sun doesn’t affect everyone the same way. Genetics, the environment, and lifestyle play a ...

Most of us have experienced sunburn at some point in our lives, with that tight, painful feeling on our skin every time we move. Have you ever thought about how damaging the sun really is? Well, keep ...

Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. One of the key planks of the ...

In a recent study published in Cancers, researchers explored the individual (microsystem), interpersonal (mesosystem), community (exosystem), and societal (macrosystem) factors impacting sun exposure ...

“Get out in the sun and take your shirt off,” my wife Adi commanded. This wasn’t foreplay, this was a directive, “You need to expose your skin to the sun at least once a day so you can soak up that ...

Sun protection From scientific studies to niche-market magazines, supplements are in the spotlight. From scientific studies to niche-market magazines, supplements are in the spotlight. A recent ...

Daily sunscreen protects skin from invisible sun damage, preserving youth, preventing spots and supporting long-term health ...

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As we enter the hottest parts of our San Joaquin summer, sun is a timely topic. Fall planting season will be here before we know it, and this is an excellent time for both experienced and budding ...