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What Amount of Sun Is Right for You? GrassrootsHealth
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Sunshine is important for your health, but before you get sun rays you need to assess your current situation. We want to get sunshine and all its beneficial aspects, but we don’t want to burn. Serious sunburns, particularly before the age of 20, increase the risk of all types of skin cancer.… continue reading
Skin Type Matters: GrassrootsHealth
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Does your skin type determine how much sun is healthy for you? Is sun exposure individualized?
Yes! Sun exposure is very individualized. In order to get sensible sun exposure you need to take into account:- Your skin type
- The current UV strength (depends on time of day, location, season)
- Duration
ASA Takes Different Course For 2018 National Trade Show
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
American Suntanning Association, May 1, 2018 –– Over the past six months, the American Suntanning Association (ASA) has held lengthy discussions with tanning industry vendors and industry leaders to evaluate the pros and cons of hosting a national convention for the indoor tanning industry in 2018.… continue reading
May is National Sunshine Month
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
As we start national sunshine month the most important thing to do is set the stage. There is no perfect amount of sun for everyone. Several factors determine how long to be in the sun: your exposure up until now (have you been holed up for the winter?);… continue reading
Vitamin D could help fight many age-related diseases
Friday, April 27, 2018
JCTA NOTE: this article shows the important of sun exposure and how UVB and other spectrums of light can help the body. Vitamin D deficiency is a indicator of sunlight deficiency. continue reading
