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The Healing Sun: Sunlight and Health in the 21st Century Paperback – February 1, 2000

by Richard Hobday (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 103 ratings
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The human race evolved under the sun, and for thousands of years lived in harmony with its heat and light. Yet over the last fifty years we have lost this close contact with the sun and its healing powers. We have become afraid of it. However the sun is central to our well being and health.

This book explains how and why we should welcome sunlight back into our lives safely! It shows how sunlight was used to prevent and cure diseases in the past, and how it can heal us and help us in the future.
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  1. Print length
    182 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Findhorn Press
  4. Publication date
    February 1, 2000
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1899171975
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1899171972
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"The Healing Sun is, without a doubt, the best book I've read this year and clearly one of the most important health books I've read in my life."  —Joseph Mercola, M.D.

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Richard Hobday, PhD, is an Energy Institute member and a chartered engineer. He is the author of The Light Revolution.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Findhorn Press (February 1, 2000)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 182 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1899171975
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1899171972
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 103 ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars Well researched, easy read
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2016
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Some people may think that this is just another 'hippie' book on alternative medicine, but isn't. It is very well researched, provides a non-biased view (readers allowed to form their own conclusion about the information given), and it is very easy to read. As is the pitfall of some texts on medicine and health, this book did not get caught up in a bunch of obscure terminology which made it hard for the average reader to understand. The author cited both modern and historical evidence to support the ideas within the text.
It discusses the pros and cons of certain treatments, and it also provides the safe and correct ways to go about sunbathing. What I enjoyed most is that the author had a very objective voice. He detailed facts and case studies, but he did not sound 'pushy' about his opinions. Even if you do not agree with his ideas, the style of writing can be admired for its respect to the readers'.
This book helped me realize some habits of mine I did not notice before, and it outlined some possible repercussions of these habits. Since reading this book, I have definitely become more conscious of how much time I spend outdoors vs how much time I spend inside. I definitely enjoy and appreciate being outside in the fresh air a lot more. Overall, I would recommend this book to someone even mildly interested in this subject, as there is a plethora of information and ideas to learn from and think about.
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Tamar
5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable Information YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2007
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I have always known the sun was my friend. I never cowered to the medical fanatics who warn against allowing sunshine to touch my skin. Now I finally found a book that reveals the studies to prove that not only is the sun NOT the evil monster in the sky, but indeed it's warming rays are extremely important to the health and well-being of humans on earth. Read how it appears that sunshine can convert a substance called squalene (which would otherwise turn to cholesterol) to much needed vitamin D when skin is exposed to sunlight and thus lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, strengthen bones and even help in lowering incidents of various diseases (cancer, heart disease and more). This book also tells us why we should be very skeptical of sunscreens. This little book is packed with critical information and the studies to back it up. I even bought a second book to give to my parents who live in Florida but never allow the sunlight to touch their bodies. Both of them suffer from high blood pressure and too much cholesterol, and mom has already broken a hip.
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Seaotter or Hubby
5.0 out of 5 stars The Truth About Sunlight
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2006
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Many ancient cultures worshiped the sun, which is understandable given the healing power it contains. While I don't worship the sun, but rather it's Creator, I am truly grateful for the healing power it contains. For years sunlight has been put down as unhealthy by the mainline medical establishment. In his well researched, most interestingly written book, "The Healing Sun," Richard Hobday not only gives you the history of sunlight therapy, but also the facts concerning the health benefits of sunlight.

Did you know that:

-Sunlight can prevent and heal many common and often fatal diseases like breast cancer, heart disease, multiple sclerosis, and osteoporosis?

-Before antibiotics, sunlight was used successfully to speed up healing of wounds?

-Prolonged exposure to artificial light puts the body under great stress?

-Early morning sunlight in cool temperatures is especially beneficial to the body?

Read this well written, informative book for the details concerning all these facts and much more.
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Devlin
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Read
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2016
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I was raised with my clothes being dried on a clotheslines. I remember my Mom and grandfather going on and on about how "the sun does everything it's supposed to", with regards to "disinfecting while drying the clothes", getting our required vitamin D and helping our overall moods. Turns out...they were right about so many things, this was just one of them. Of course, I do believe everything is good in moderation. It was a very easy read and a good addition to the alternative medicine portion of my library.
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Nathan Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars You NEED to read this book!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2008
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This book is a MAJOR eye opener. After all of the "doctor's orders" over the past decade to stay out of the sun because of skin cancer, this book gives you a 180 degree different perspective and led me on a quest to learn more about the benefits of Vitamin D -and the lack of it- on our health.

If you are struggling with ANY form of chronic health problems, you may just be surprised that following the guidelines in this book just may seriously improve your health!!

Having been a Registered Nurse for over 14 years, a lot of the information in this book goes against EVERYTHING that I had been taught. But in a nation of increasing antibiotic resistant infections, we just may be forced to return to whatever works for good health- and it's contained in this book.

Learn these principles now and when antibiotics are useless, you'll have free medicine in your toolkit that you can use anytime.

Kerri Knox, RN
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John Wood
4.0 out of 5 stars A good Background Read
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2011
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The book is a good read. A thorough review of the history of the use of sunlight as a therapy is extremely useful. This is the sort of background information that our GP's should be reading in their training. The guys behind slip,slop slap wouldn't be happy since this book shows clearly that they may in fact be the cause of the rising skin cancer rates and general ill health in the community they seek to protect from the sun.

The text is easy to read and does not require a scientific background to comprehend. It is an easy read and yet gives enough evidence to give the confidence to seek more on the subject and even take action in your own health management. I for one will spend more time in the sun in the early mornings of summer and winter. (Yes even in Australia the winter mornings are often quite sunny!)

Good value!

 The Healing Sun: Sunlight and Health in the 21st Century
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Bellarion
5.0 out of 5 stars Fresh air and Sunlight HEALS!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 21, 2020
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The emphasis of this wonderful book is on enhancing your ability to stay healthy and heal - naturally! Sunlight on the skin produces Vit D which is needed for a strong immune system. The book is a source to re-discover the many ways Sunlight and fresh air help to maintain good health and hygiene. Share widely - particularly of interest at this time of the Coronavirus crisis.
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Adina Popa
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book! 5 stars
Reviewed in Canada on November 3, 2018
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Awesome book.
One with the Sun ☀️
Thank you God for this life-giving sun and for those who seek the light and truth!
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Debra Bryan
5.0 out of 5 stars Book was quiet informative
Reviewed in Australia on May 5, 2019
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The book showed a different side to what we are told today, made a lot of sense and was thought provoking. The book was delivered in a reasonable time frame, considering it had to come from overseas. We delivered to my local post office because I wasn't home, where it sat safe and dry till i was able to pick it up.
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Bozena
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2020
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Awesome book
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5.0 out of 5 stars Don't just read this book implement the paradigm into our daily lives.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 12, 2019
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This book is ahead of its time, when most of the so called health professionals have been advocating hiding away from the sun, this book explains the folly of the men in white coats madness.
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