Vitamin D Expert: The Fastest Way To Dementia & The Big Lie About Sunlight!

About this video

• Video Title: Vitamin D Expert: The Fastest Way To Dementia & The Big Lie About Sunlight!
• Channel: The Diary Of A CEO
• Speakers: [None explicitly named as speakers, but Dr. Roger Seheult is the primary guest, and Stephen Bartlett is the host.]
• Duration: 02:05:16

Overview

This video features Dr. Roger Seheult, a critical care physician, discussing the health benefits of sunlight and infrared light, as well as other "pillars of health" like nutrition, exercise, water, air, temperance, rest, and trust. He explains how sunlight, particularly infrared light, can positively impact mitochondrial function, energy production, and potentially combat diseases like dementia and COVID-19. Dr. Seheult also touches on the importance of circadian rhythms, the risks of artificial light at night, and the role of faith and forgiveness in overall well-being.

Key takeaways

• Eight Pillars of Health: Dr. Seheult outlines eight pillars for a long and healthy life: Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunlight, Temperance (avoiding toxins), Air, Rest, and Trust (faith).
• Sunlight's Broader Benefits: Sunlight provides more benefits than just Vitamin D production, including the positive effects of infrared light on mitochondria, which are crucial for cellular energy and function.
• Infrared Light and Mitochondria: Infrared light from the sun can penetrate deep into the body, interacting with mitochondria to reduce oxidative stress and improve energy output.
• Circadian Rhythm and Light Exposure: Exposure to natural light, especially in the morning, is vital for regulating the body's internal clock (circadian rhythm) and can improve mood and sleep patterns. Avoiding bright screens at night is crucial for healthy melatonin production and sleep.
• Vitamin D Correlation vs. Causation: While low Vitamin D levels are associated with worse outcomes in conditions like COVID-19, Dr. Seheult suggests this may be a marker for less sun exposure (and thus less infrared light exposure) rather than Vitamin D itself being the sole protective factor.
• The "New Start" Framework: The eight pillars of health form an acronym: N.E.W. S.T.A.R.T. (Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunlight, Temperance, Air, Rest, Trust).
• Outdoor Time and Longevity: Studies suggest that increased time spent outdoors in sunlight is linked to lower mortality rates from various diseases, with the risk of avoiding sun being comparable to that of smoking.
• Importance of Darkness at Night: Creating a dark sleep environment is essential for proper melatonin production and maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm.