Ask the Doc with Dr. Whaley – Tanning & Hearing Aids

Why is it that the positive effects of sunbeds are never discussed? Sunbeds, or tanning beds have many healthful qualities. Here are a few:

• A 20-year study demonstrated that both sun exposure and sunbed exposure reduced the risk of death; women who used tanning beds were 23% less likely to die of any cause than women who did not use them.
• Sunbed use is associated with increased vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is essential to human health.
• Sunbed use is associated to lower breast-cancer risk.
• Sunbed use is associated with stronger bones.
• Sunbed use can cure psoriasis and eczema and sunbeds are often recommended by dermatologists.
• Sunbed use more than three times yearly is associated with a 40-50% reduced risk of endometrial cancer.
• Sunbed use is associated with a reduced risk of clots.
•Sunbeds can also help to build a protective tan, which prevents sun damage during sunny vacations.

To learn more, and to read all of the scientific documentation regarding sunbeds and sun exposure, visit the sunlight institute at http://sunlightinstitute.org/