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Word of Mouth: The power to build or destroy

Wednesday, July 28, 2021
With the rise in popularity of business rating sites such as Yelp and customer reviews that pop-up right in Google, word of mouth is more powerful than ever before – and that can either be really great for your business, or downright terrifying. continue reading

Sunlight Institute Sun Article Responses 233

Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Sunlight Institute Sun Article Responses 233   https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/food/2020/dec/13/dine-like-a-monk-benefits-of-a-buddhist-diet-2234488.html A great article! Here are more facts regarding the health effects of regular, non-burning sun exposure.
  • Sun exposure kills the Covid-19 virus outside the body very quickly, and the vitamin D produced by the skin in response to sunlight dramatically reduces the risk of dying of Covid-19—as much as 50-plus percent!
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New AAD Survey Throws Shade at Gen Z and Millennials for Poor Understanding of UV Exposure

Wednesday, July 28, 2021
JCTA COMMENT: Does this survey show that Gen Z and Millennials see the benefit in a base tan? Is our message getting to Gen Z and Millennials that a base tan works? And the key is not to sunburn. continue reading

Managing Your Salon in the Community

Wednesday, July 21, 2021
But the best thing I have ever done for my tanning salon has been to purchase a booth in the local festivals and craft shows. continue reading

Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 232

Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 232   https://www.news-medical.net/news/20210302/Researchers-discover-new-ingredient-that-has-protective-effects-against-Parkinsone28099s-disease.aspx The discovery of this nutrient is exceptionally important. Nevertheless, as regards Parkinson’s, something already exists to prevent it. The major cause is lack of sunlight (note, I did not say vitamin D, which does little good for Parkinson’s though it has terrific effects on other diseases).… continue reading

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