Episode 500

Tapping Into The Power Of Sunlight And Practical Tips On Reducing Junk Light From Your Life With Dr. Alexis Cowan

With Dr. Alexis Cowan

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Numerous experts have explored the myriad factors associated with chronic disease. However, our guest today sheds light on an often overlooked factor: junk light. Our modern lifestyles frequently experience diminished exposure to natural sunlight and constant exposure to blue light emitted by phones, devices, and indoor workspaces. Dr. Alexis Cowan emphasizes the importance of minimizing our exposure to junk light and maximizing sunlight for our health.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Alexis Cowan to discuss the impact of junk light on our well-being and longevity. Dr. Cowan explains how exposure to junk light can alter our circadian rhythm and hormone levels, disrupting our sleep patterns and eating behaviors. Additionally, she underscores the significance of sunlight exposure for weight management, mood regulation, and daily motivation. Dr. Cowan offers practical tips to minimize blue light exposure and incorporate red light therapy for those unable to attain optimal sun exposure in their daily routines.

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I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Dhru Purohit

In this Episode, you will learn

  1. Junk light as a contributor to chronic disease
    (00:00:05)
  2. The implications of having too much junk light
    (8:00)
  3. What does the absence of sunlight and too much junk light cause
    (12:00)
  4. How much sun should you get a day and build up your tolerance
    (16:00)
  5. Skin cancer risks
    (21:50)
  6. What damages skin and causes aging
    (25:00)
  7. The correlation between melanoma and skin cancer
    (31:30)
  8. Metabolism, weight loss, and sunlight exposure
    (38:40)
  9. Simple hacks to reduce your blue light exposure
    (39:20)
  10. Red light therapy
    (44:20)
  11. Dr. Cowan’s journey
    (47:00)
  12. Akkermansia for gut health and immunity
    (51:40)
  13. Sunlight and motivation and goals
    (1:00:00)
  14. Final thoughts
    (1:01:30)

Guest

 
Dhru Purohit

Dhru is the host of the Dhru Purohit Show, a top 30 health podcast with over 30 million downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dhru Purohit is also a serial entrepreneur and investor in the health and wellness industry.

 
Dr. Alexis Cowan

Dr. Alexis Cowan is a Princeton-trained PhD in molecular biology who operates at the interface of physiology and metabolism. She specializes in circadian biology, microbiome-host interactions, and the metabolic effects of nutritional and exercise modalities. Dr. Alexis teaches coursework on topics in health, translational science, and scientific literacy. She also sees highly motivated clients in a one-on-one capacity.

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