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Chronobiologist and Nobel Laureate in Medicine Michael Rosbash: ‘Lack of sunlight during the day is worse than electric lighting at night’ (english.elpais.com)
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[–] sj_zero@lotide.fbxl.net 9 points 1 year ago

I think it's important to remember that the whole reason there are different skin colors is evolution trying to find the proper balance between protecting skin from UV rays and allowing enough UV rays through to produce enough nutrients.