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Sunshine in the Winter
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
However, there are still plenty of reasons to spend some time outside for UVA light this time of the year as well as using alternative sources, like sunbeds, for UVB, according to Dr. John Cannell of the Vitamin D Council (VDC). continue reading
Insufficient Sun Exposure Called Emerging Public Health Problem By World-renowned Researchers
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
GrassrootsHealth applauds research from Medical University of South Carolina, Boston University, University of New Mexico and Leiden University (Netherlands) that calls for U.S. public health officials to encourage moderate non-burning UV exposure continue reading
Study Says Avoiding the Sun is an Emerging Health Problem
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
“The sun is essential for life and should be diligently pursued in moderation, not avoided.”
Research paper attached, very interesting read continue reading
Save 23,000 Canadians lives, $12.5 billion in healthcare spending
Friday, November 18, 2016
For vitamin D intake during winter months, the Vitamin D Society recommends Canadians use artificial UVB sources or supplements. continue reading
Sunbed Users Tops in Vitamin D Levels
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Canada’s sun-deprived northerly latitudes mean 90 percent of Canadians will be vitamin D deficient in the winter. That’s why it’s not surprising that regular sunbed users have the highest vitamin D levels of any group in Canada. continue reading
