435 —  Sunlight vs Statins: The Surprising Science Behind Mortality, Cholesterol, and Heart Health

435 — Sunlight vs Statins: The Surprising Science Behind Mortality, Cholesterol, and Heart Health

Author: Doctor Podcast Network March 12, 2026 Duration: 37:36
Is avoiding the sun actually harming our health? In this episode of BS Free MD, Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh explore research comparing sunlight exposure with statin use and their respective impacts on mortality. They unpack a provocative Swedish study suggesting that regular sunlight exposure may significantly influence longevity, raising questions about modern health advice surrounding cholesterol, statins, and sun avoidance.

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