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Sun Seekers Half as Likely to Die in Study

Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Participants that avoided sun exposure had double the all-cause mortality rate of those with the highest sun-exposure habits, including tanning bed use, in the study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. continue reading

New ‘Power Hour’ Giveaways at Smart Tan Nashville

Wednesday, September 23, 2015
The famous Wheel of Smart Tan is back once again at Smart Tan Nashville 2015, but with an added bonus: Power Hours. For the first time, we’ll feature hourly giveaways on the show floor Sunday leading up to the big Wheel of Smart Tan grand finale. continue reading

Insufficient vitamin D levels among 12 million Canadians

Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Indulging in an ice cream cone while out for an evening walk is a nice treat. Sitting on the couch and devouring an entire gallon of ice cream will put you on a path to obesity and diabetes. The same can be said for sun exposure. continue reading

You are a Human Vitamin D Factory

Monday, September 21, 2015
Unlike vitamin D supplements, vitamin D produced in the skin by the sun does not pose a risk of toxicity. The body is smart enough to limit its own production. In addition, sunlight makes other beneficial photoproducts in your body that you cannot receive from a supplement. continue reading

Scientists Are Now Saying That A Little More Vitamin D Could Go A Long Way to Prevent Cognitive Decline

Monday, September 21, 2015
Scientists have been very interested in finding ways to ward off cognitive decline and the latest studies now indicate that it could be as simple as spending more time in the sun. continue reading

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