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The sun causes skin cancer but is vital for optimal skin health. how do you balance sun exposure then? how much is good?
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I wear sunscreen: all the time even on cloudy days as UV still gets through. I take 2000mg Vitamin D every day. I would check your Vitamin D level and get on supplements. Even a little sun can cause skin cancer especially if you are susceptible or have family history
Answered 12/16/2014
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