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The Sun is Not Your Enemy! Vitamin D is Necessary for Optimal Health

Friday, June 9, 2017
They also insist that sunscreen creams or lotions be used for any parts of one’s skin exposed. Yet they ignore the fact that most sunscreen lotions contain carcinogenic ingredients. It seems the sunscreen manufacturers and dermatologists are in some sort of profitable collusion. ...So let yourself get sunshine without slathering on sunscreen lotions or proper tanning bed exposure to the point where your skin gets slightly pink. continue reading

Do vitamin D supplements provide the same effect on cholesterol levels as sunlight?

Thursday, June 8, 2017
A new randomized controlled trial published in the Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism found that daily sun exposure significantly reduced total cholesterol levels; whereas, vitamin D supplements increased total cholesterol. continue reading

Best and Worst Sunscreens of 2017 Mercola.com

Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Many sunscreens contain toxic ingredients that may increase your risk of skin cancer and other health problems continue reading

Lessons From a New Salon Owner

Wednesday, June 7, 2017
They had clear concise goals; they sought out expert advice to help them grow their business; they were prepared for the tasks at hand; and they implemented what they learned. I have no doubt that this couple will be very successful in growing their salon business. continue reading

Majority of Salons Attend Industry Events: Poll

Wednesday, June 7, 2017
More than six out of 10 professional tanning business had owners or employees attend an industry conference in the past year, according to a SmartTan.com survey — another sign that the indoor tanning community continues to professionalize. continue reading

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