Florida could require a prescription for certain sunscreens that could harm coral reefs

Thursday, October 17, 2019

Florida could require a prescription for certain sunscreens that could harm coral reefs

By Scottie Andrew, CNN Updated 12:36 PM ET, Wed October 16, 2019

Why you shouldn’t wear certain sunscreens 01:56

(CNN)Some sun protection may come at a steep price for the ocean’s coral reefs.

Sunlight Institute Responses to sun articles 10/7/19—10/13/19

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Sunlight Institute Responses to sun articles 10/7/19—10/13/19 https://www.lifeandstylemag.com/posts/how-does-ipl-photofacial-treatment-work-dr-will-kirby-explains/ That was an interesting article. Since sun exposure was mentioned as being hard on the skin, I believe that we should also emphasize the necessity of regular, non-burning sun exposure for optimal human health.… continue reading

Cold and Flu Season is Approaching (Part 3)

Friday, October 11, 2019

Cold and Flu Season is Approaching (Part 3)

Our “Cold and Flu Season is Approaching” series began with an introduction to the correlations seen between cold and flu season and seasonal changes in vitamin D levels, and was followed by a post that highlighted research on the connection between vitamin D and the flu.

Cold and Flu Season is Approaching (Part 4)

Friday, October 11, 2019

Cold and Flu Season is Approaching (Part 4)

For our final post of the series on Cold and Flu Season is Approaching, we will be focusing on what else, besides vitamin D, might help decrease the risk of getting a cold or flu, or the time and severity of symptoms if you do get sick.

Sun Safer Than Supplements: Research Paper

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Sun Safer Than Supplements: Research Paper

Thursday, October 3rd, 2019

By Marc Sorenson, Sunlight Institute In a scientific paper, Dr. MS Razzaque shows that there may be some downsides to vitamin D supplementation, including “cardiovascular events and beyond.” He also states that “since hypovitaminosis D status usually reflects reduced sunlight exposure, the obvious primary replacement should be safe sunlight exposure, and not exogenous supplements.”

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