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How much vitamin D do adolescents need?
Thursday, October 13, 2016
While reviewing these findings, there are several important factors to note. First, a dose of 1,200 IU daily was required to achieve a vitamin D status of merely 20 ng/ml in 97.5% of the population. Remember, this status allows for optimal bone health, but research has found levels above 30 ng/ml provide additional benefits, potentially reducing one’s risk of cancer, among other diseases. continue reading
New American Suntanning Association President
Thursday, October 13, 2016
It’s official; Melinda Norton will be taking over as the new President of the American Suntanning Association. Norton comes with business experience from outside the industry, with eight years as retail district manager for a national jewelry company and, of course, inside with six years as the President of Larry Paul Tanning Spa. continue reading
Understanding the Base Tan
Thursday, October 13, 2016
We think the Skin Cancer Foundation’s claim deserves a second opinion. How about 30 million second opinions? continue reading
Canadians urged to boost vitamin D levels before the long, dark winter sets in
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
TORONTO, Ont (October 12, 2016) – With winter just around the corner, Canadians have very little time left to naturally generate vitamin D from sunshine until next spring. continue reading
Your vitamin D level is directly linked to cancer prevention
Sunday, October 2, 2016
Vitamin D benefits have been linked with cancer prevention for years now, and the data keeps coming in. A recent study of pooled data has concluded that a vitamin D level of 40 ng/mL or higher is associated with significantly lowered risk of cancer. continue reading
