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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: We all have an internal clock that coordinates bodily functions, and it is strongly influenced by sunlight.
Chapter 3: Sun therapy has long been used to heal and rejuvenate.
Chapter 4: Spending excessive time beneath artificial lighting can severely disrupt your circadian rhythms.
Chapter 5: Circadian disruption may cause cancer, and high-latitude populations respond differently to darkness during the winter.
Chapter 6: Chronotherapy is increasingly used as a treatment for depression.
Chapter 7: Living more closely aligned with our internal clocks may be healthier than keeping pace with the schedules set by society today.
Description
Chasing the Sun (2019) delivers a fascinating account of the sun’s influence on our day-to-day lives. Throughout history, humans have worshipped the sun and touted its restorative, healing properties. As author Linda Geddes explains, science clearly shows that the sun is one of the most important elements of our health and well-being.
Who Should Listen
- Science geeks
- Winter blues sufferers
- Healthy lifestyle seekers