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GrassrootsHealth Newsletter on Cancer, Sunlight and vitamin D

Wednesday, July 20, 2016
What if I knew then what I know now and had started supplementing and getting more sun at 40, or earlier, what about if my mother had sought out sunlight during her pregnancy? continue reading

Summer is the season for Canadians to naturally boost vitamin D levels

Thursday, July 14, 2016
According to the Vitamin D Society, summer is the best time for Canadians to naturally generate vitamin D, which has many positive effects, including reducing the risk of developing serious diseases, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis and others. continue reading

Skin cancer risk for freckly redheads equivalent to 21 years in sun: study

Wednesday, July 13, 2016
Having genes that give you red hair, pale skin and freckles increases your risk of developing skin cancer as much as an extra 21 years’ exposure to the sun, researchers said on Tuesday. continue reading

Sun Avoidance: A Risk Factor for Mortality?

Wednesday, July 13, 2016
The mortality rate was increased two-fold among avoiders of sun exposure as compared to those with the highest sun exposure habits. In this study focusing on avoidance of sun exposure, women with ‘normal’ sun exposure habits were not at significantly increased risk for MM or of MM-related death. continue reading

Prepare, Execute and Amaze: Magician Justin Flom Kicks off Smart Tan Nashville

Wednesday, July 13, 2016
Justin Flom is coming to Smart Tan Nashville to perform mind-bending illusions and unveil the secrets to his business success as keynote speaker! continue reading

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