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Does vitamin D supplementation improve inflammation from sunburn?

Thursday, June 15, 2017
“Participants responding to high doses of vitamin D3 demonstrated a sustained reduction in skin redness following experimental sunburn, as well as less epidermal structural damage, reduced expression of pro-inflammatory markers in the skin, and a gene expression profile characterized by up regulation of skin barrier repair genes.” continue reading

Drug that creates a ‘real sun-tan’ could prevent cancer

Tuesday, June 13, 2017
He added: "Our real goal is a novel strategy for protecting skin from UV radiation and cancer. continue reading

THE SUN’S BENEFITS GO WAY BEYOND VITAMIN D

Tuesday, June 13, 2017
Now, however, scientists are discovering a positive side to sun-worshiping. Getting a good dose of sunshine is statistically going to make us live longer, healthier and happier lives. continue reading

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

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