# The Surprising Science of the Benefits of Sun Exposure with Rowen Jacobsen

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Published: 2026-06-01T07:00:00+00:00
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Kimberly explores the surprising science of sun exposure with Rowan Jacobsen, challenging common fears about sunlight and revealing its profound health benefits. Learn how to balance sun safety with the need for natural light to improve health, mood, and longevity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sunlight and Health 02:52 The Historical Perspective on Sunlight 06:00 Understanding Skin Cancer and Sun Exposure 08:50 The Benefits of Sunlight Beyond Skin Cancer 12:02 Sensible Sun Exposure and Aging 14:56 Circadian Rhythms and Sunlight 17:56 Alternatives to Natural Sunlight 20:58 Vitamin D and Its Importance 24:41 The Vitamin D Dilemma 29:59 Sunlight and Fertility 33:40 In Defense of Sunlight 38:53 The Impact of Light on Children 43:44 Sunscreen Insights Sponsor:&nbsp; ANIMA MUNDI&nbsp; OFFER:&nbsp; &nbsp;Anima Mundi is giving Feel Good Podcast listeners they’re largest discount of the year. It’s a great opportunity to treat yourself or a friend to some&nbsp;soothing self-care by going to AnimaMundiHerbals.com and use the code: SOLLUNA20 for 20% off your purchase . &nbsp; USE LINK: &nbsp;AnimaMundiHerbals.com&nbsp;Code: SOLLUNA20 for 20% off your purchase. Rowen Jacobsen Resources:&nbsp; Book: &nbsp; In Defense of Sunlight: The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure (June 16th, 2026) (Simon &amp; Shuster) &nbsp; Website: rowanjacobsen.com &nbsp; Social:&nbsp; @unrealrowanjacobsen &nbsp; Email: rowanjacobsen@gmail.com Bio: &nbsp; Rowan Jacobsen writes about science and nature and the less-explored corners of the world for&nbsp; Harper’s ,&nbsp; Outside, The Atlantic, &nbsp; Scientific American, Smithsonian, &nbsp; The New York Times, The Washington Post, MIT Technology Review, &nbsp; Businessweek , and others, and his work has been anthologized in&nbsp; The &nbsp; Best American S…

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