In the News
Some sunscreens increase the risk of skin cancer, according to new study
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
For starters, the EWG assures that there is no proof that sunscreens prevent the common forms of skin cancer, as the rates of melanoma or skin cancer in the U.S. have tripled over the course of the last 35 years. continue reading
Sunny ‘D’ Works Better: Holick
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Sunny ‘D’ Works Better: Holick
Wednesday, May 24th, 2017 SmartTan.com
“When you ingest vitamin D, only about 60 percent of it sticks to vitamin D-binding protein, but when you make vitamin D in your skin, 100 percent binds to the protein.”
… continue readingLayering in ancient teeth reveals history of vitamin D deficiency
Friday, May 19, 2017
However, some evidence suggests that it has become more severe ( vitamin D deficiency) in the wake of the transition from small-scale agriculture and pastoralism to large-scale complex urban societies. continue reading
Grassroots Health on Sunlight Exposure
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Last week we discussed skin type, this week - UV index. How are you doing? Are you acclimatizing to the sun before summer starts? Getting regular, non-burning sun? continue reading
Smoking linked to skin cancer
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
"We found that current smokers were at significantly higher risk of SCC (squamous cell carcinoma) than former smokers or people who had never smoked,"... The study found no evidence smokers had a higher risk of BCC than non-smokers. continue reading
