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Spray Sunscreen may not be safe says EC
Friday, January 26, 2018
SCCS reviewed data submitted by industry in July 2015 and concluded that “the information provided is insufficient to allow assessment of the safety of the use of nano-TiO2 in spray applications that could lead to exposure of the consumer’s lungs.” continue reading
Lack of Vitamin D Can Sideline College Football Players
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
The researchers determined that 59 percent of the players had below-normal vitamin D levels. More than half of those who did -- 56 percent -- had sustained a relevant strain or injury during play. continue reading
Sunlight Institute Responds to articles
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Responses to sun articles 01/14 to 01/21 continue reading
Vitamin D and Athletic Performance
Friday, January 19, 2018
Football players with higher vitamin D levels were more likely to obtain a contract position in the National Football League.
This was one of the three major conclusions of the paper, Vitamin D Profile in National Football League Players. continue reading
Can Vitamin D Deficiency Cause Hair Loss?
Thursday, January 18, 2018
There is enough available evidence to suggest that a vitamin D deficiency can have significant negative impact on the body, including hair loss, thinning hair, and unhealthy or brittle hair. continue reading
