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Vitamin D: A Threat to the Current Disease Model?

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Vitamin D: A Threat to the Current Disease Model? JCTA NOTE: THIS IS FOR SALON OWNER INFORMATION Published on February 24, 2025   This viral post touches on why Big Pharma is terrified of vitamin D, plus additional findings on vitamin D and COVID Key Points A newly published meta-analysis including 16 different studies and 1.26 million individuals, concluded that vitamin D had about a 60% effectiveness against the incidence of COVID-19 in randomized control trials, about 40-50% effectiveness in reducing the incidence of COVID-19 in observational studies, and for preventing severe COVID-19 cases requiring ICU care, vitamin D supplementation was about 70% effective The findings on vitamin D and many health outcomes can be seen as a threat to the current disease model of care in medicine Another recent review by Dr.…

Effect of Repeated Low Dose UVR Exposure on Skin Inflammation Threshold, Skin Biomarkers and Vitamin D in Healthy Adults

Friday, February 21, 2025
Effect of Repeated Low Dose UVR Exposure on Skin Inflammation Threshold, Skin Biomarkers and Vitamin D in Healthy Adults This study found that repeated low-dose UV radiation (UVR) exposure helps the skin adapt by increasing its resistance to inflammation and sunburn, especially in lighter skin types.…

CRA – Tax season starts on February 24! Here’s what you need to start filing

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Tax season starts on February 24! Here’s what you need to start filing Tax season starts next week! When the calendar flips to February 24, 2025, you will be able to file your income tax and benefit return online. With the right preparation, filing your tax return can be a smooth and stress-free experience.…

BC – Do your taxes, get benefits

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Do your taxes, get benefits JCTA NOTE: this would apply to every province Victoria Thursday, February 20, 2025 8:30 AM Every year, thousands of people in B.C. leave money on the table by not claiming the benefits for which they are eligible.…

The Health Benefits of Sunshine (and How Much You Need Per Day)

Thursday, February 20, 2025
The Health Benefits of Sunshine (and How Much You Need Per Day) Just 10 to 30 minutes of sunlight provides vitamin D, boosts your mood and may even help you sleep better The Beatles once sang, “Here comes the sun / The smiles returning to their faces / It seems like years since it’s been here.”…

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