Can You Be Allergic to the Sun? – Dr.Berg on Sun Allergy and Niacin Deficiency

Dr.Berg talks about sensitivity to the sun. Do you get hives, skin rashes, or blisters when you get in contact with the sun? This condition is called photosensitivity, in which you are sensitive to UV light. This is caused by a vitamin B3 deficiency.

There are two forms of vitamin B3: niacin and niacinamide. If you take vitamin B3 and get a flashing reaction, that is because you took niacin. In that case, you should take niacinamide.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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[NonaMaryGrace]

I no longer break out with the rash and itchy skin from the son. (A problem since birth, now 65). Have been taking Niacin for about 5 year. I was thinking I grew out of my allergy. Good to know it is Niacin. Thanks

[angelanicholson]

Dr Berg is spot on! All my life i was allergic to the sun, burning, blisters, not able to sit or walk in it, so ill, until this summer when i started taking niacinamide for sleep. (The niacin flare is too strong for me, even a low doses.) I have a tan for the first time, and i can sit and walk in it, plus sun bathe a bit. Loving it!!

[l.torres]

This is so funny! I was just wondering what would be the odds that Dr. Berg's will have a video on sun allergy, will here it is, I actually found it on the first try! Good work Dr. Berg, much respect!!!

[gabriellafaithmckenzie]

Oh my goodness!!! When I moved to San Diego I broke out in the worst hives all over my arms and body, It was absolutely horrible! I was so miserable, I would cry in pain and I would itch so bad. I went to a dermatologist and he had no idea what it was 🙄 I just made sure to always put sun screen on when I went outside and to limit time in the sun on my skin. This is great information!

[KJAlways]

Thank you Dr Axe. I looked up Vitamin B3 foods and ate a lot of sunflower seeds. My skin did not hurt today even without sun screen. 😊

[belli-bell]

I’ve suffered from sun sensitivity for years and was only offered antihistamines for it. I’m going to try this. Thank you for the information.

[raiderrob]

My wife has been battling a skin rash for years. we have tried changing her diet, eliminating food's, switching soap's, shampoo, detergents, etc the one thing we have noticed is when she get's hot the rash is worse, particularly after being outside.

[liamshane]

Thank you so much! You literally just fixed my years of pain in the summer

[maryloomis]

I used to break out when I was on BP meds. After KETO diet, I was off meds and it didn't bother me. I could spend hours gardening w/out sunburns or hives. Please address this in another video as it may be something others may experience.

[sandrarenee]

Thank you, Dr. Berg. I had photo sensitivity. I added the B3, niacinamide, to my diet at your recommendation, and it resolved the photo sensitivity! I've been cured for 4 years! I still take B3, niacinamide for continued success. Thanks again for being a trustworthy source of medical solutions.

[ariesrules]

Is this for prickly heat too? I just burn when temps go above 24 degrees. Not fun in the sun, but burn in the sun. Yikes too hot (lol) Please do another video on this to cover all skin types (fair, medium, brown, tan) and backgrounds affects the way skin reacts to the sun. maybe genes and family history etc

[ScottMaday]

I'm allergic to the sun but it's not photosensitivity. I have Photic sneeze reflex, where i go from looking from really dark to really light, I'll sneeze.

[ambern]

I'd really appreciate your opinion on cold urticaria: causes, treatment, nutrition, anything.

[irise]

When I stay out on the sun to long I get very tired.

[godesofdnyte]

How do I love a stranger? You just put my mind at ease. Thank you so much ❤

[raffin]

Can Dr. Berg do a video on how to quickly recover from sunburn?

[amandafutch]

I get severe blisters after 10 minutes in the sun.

[YEPPIE_canary]

OH THANK YOU!! I AM GOING TO GET IT TOMORROW!!!

[seasonedwthsalt]

Thank you so much! I live in texas. Although grew up in south alabama. When I was 12 years old I started getting sun poisoning. Now that I'm in texas I have had sun poisoning this entire summer. It is very itchy and bumpy. I never knew why.

[chrisace]

Dr Berg
Love your videos. I would be interested in seeing your blood results. Can you please do a video on this?
Regards Chris