Questioning The Benefits OF Sunlight?




By Bryon Zirker

There are some definite misconceptions concerning
the effects of sunlight. One of these is that a
high amount of sunlight can cause Cataracts. An
unhealthy diet is the most likely culprit.

A couple of the latest studies have shown a
different take on this issue. A 14 year study
of women, supported by the USDA Human Nutrition
Research Center showed that women who consumed the
highest amounts of simple carbohydrates were 2.5
higher to develop Cataracts than those at the
lowest intake.

A different and separate study revealed that subjects
who ingested the highest amount of Vitamin E, Vitamin C,
Lutein, beta-carotene and zeaxanthin (Antioxidants)
and Folate were lowest in Cataracts developed.

So according to this information sunlight is not
the cause of Cataracts in people. The cause may
very well be due to a high carbohydrate diet lacking
in key antioxidant nutrients.

The sun can damage the eyes which occurs when
nutrition protection is missing.

Also the rise in skin cancer is happening due to the
same thing: Poor Diet. Enjoying the sun is one of my
favorite out door activities. I make sure to eat my
vegies, take my vitamins and stay away from the sugar.

There are many health benefits to sunlight. Maintaining
a healthy diet provides a very low risk of sun related
problems.