Sunshine: Nature’s Antibiotic
Top 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Avoid the Sun
Why daily sunlight is one of the most primal, free health hacks out there
Sunlight Is Your Body’s Natural Vitamin D Factory
Vitamin D is the only vitamin your body makes on its own—and we’re in a worldwide deficiency crisis. Could it be that the same institutions pushing the SAD diet and warning you off meat are also the ones telling you to fear the sun and slather on hormone-disrupting sunscreen?
Here’s the truth:
When UVB rays hit your skin, your body creates vitamin D—an essential hormone-like compound involved in immune function, bone health, mental well-being, and more.
No sun = no natural vitamin D.
Supplements are a fallback (mainly in the winter), not a replacement.
Just 20 minutes of midday sun (depending on skin tone, location, and how much skin is exposed) can powerfully support your levels in a way no pill can.
And here’s something often overlooked: your diet matters.
A nutrient-dense, animal-based diet rich in healthy fats, retinol (true vitamin A), and cholesterol helps your skin utilize sunlight efficiently—supporting hormone health, collagen production, and vitamin D conversion.
It Supercharges Your Immune System
Sunlight doesn't just give you vitamin D—it primes your immune system by boosting antimicrobial peptides like cathelicidin and defensins.
These help your body fight:
Bacteria
Viruses
Fungi
Even some parasites
Daily sunshine helps your body stay resilient, responsive, and ready to defend—without needing a pharmaceutical backup plan.
Want to double down on immune resilience?
Pair sunlight with an animal-based diet that fuels your cells with absorbable nutrients like zinc, vitamin A, and amino acids your immune system craves.
It Regulates Inflammation and Supports Parasite Defense
Inflammation is at the root of nearly every modern chronic illness. Sunlight helps modulate your immune response—keeping it balanced, not hyper-reactive or sluggish.
While sunlight doesn't kill parasites directly, it strengthens your terrain—making it harder for them to survive, replicate, or hijack your immune system.
Your skin’s sensitivity to sunlight is also a reflection of your internal health.
Processed foods, seed oils, and refined sugar make your skin more prone to burning. The healthier you eat—especially a clean, animal-based diet—the healthier your relationship with the sun.
It Sets Your Circadian Rhythm
Your body runs on light signals. Getting morning sun resets your internal clock, boosts serotonin, and sets you up for melatonin release at night.
This means:
Better energy and focus during the day
Deeper, more restorative sleep at night
Forget melatonin gummies. Get outside before screens.
It Fuels Your Hormones, Mood, and Metabolism
Sunlight exposure is tied to:
Higher testosterone
Better insulin sensitivity
Reduced depression and seasonal mood issues
Improved metabolic health
When you avoid the sun, you miss out on a free, ancient hormone booster.
Combine it with a high-fat, animal-based diet and you’ve got a primal combo that fuels your endocrine system naturally—from the inside and out.
Sun Protection: Protect Smart, Not Toxic
If you’re spending hours in direct sun—whether you're surfing, hitting the beach, or on a tropical getaway—how you protect your skin matters. Focus on "clean" barriers rather than toxic chemical ones.
1. Prioritize Physical Cover
The most effective (and least toxic) protection is a physical one.
Gear up: Use high-quality hats, polarized sunglasses, and coverups and clothing.
Seek shade: Utilize umbrellas or beach tents during peak UV hours (10 AM – 4 PM).
2. Ditch the "Conventional" Chemicals
Many mainstream sunscreens are loaded with ingredients that do more harm than good. Avoid products containing:
Endocrine Disruptors: Chemicals like oxybenzone that can mess with your hormones.
Seed Oils & Microplastics: Low-quality fillers that can cause inflammation or environmental damage.
Synthetic Fragrances: Often a hiding place for undisclosed phthalates.
3. Choose Clean Mineral Protection
If you need topical coverage, stick to non-nano zinc oxide. It sits on top of the skin to reflect rays rather than absorbing into your bloodstream.
Top Pick: Vita Prima — This is my go-to for clean, effective coverage. Use code BAE15 for a discount.
Reliable Alternative: Mother Fo Care — A solid, eco-friendly option for long days in the water.
Or… make your own…
Homemade SUNSCREEN
Ingredients:
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup coconut oil (has a natural SPF ~4)
¼ cup beeswax
2 tablespoons non-nano zinc oxide
2 tablespoons shea butter (natural SPF ~4-5)
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a 16 oz (or larger) glass jar. Loosely cover with a lid.
Place the jar in a saucepan with a few inches of water and warm over medium heat.
Stir or shake gently as it melts.
Once fully melted, pour into your storage container. Let cool and solidify into a creamy balm.
Store in a cool, dry place. Reapply after swimming or sweating.
Note: This is a gentle, natural formula—not a chemical shield. Try a test area first, build sun tolerance slowly, and use common sense. Your body wasn’t made for chemical sunscreens and it also wasn’t made to be in the sun all day. Also this has a much lower SPF protection then the creams recommended above.
Final Thoughts
The Sun Isn’t Your Enemy—Disconnection Is
We’ve been sold fear.
But ancestral wisdom—and real science—says otherwise.
The sun was never the problem.
Living indoors, under artificial light, disconnected from the natural world is.
You were built for sunlight.
Expose your skin wisely. Reconnect. Rewild.
