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Are You Lacking Vitamin D?

Tuesday, September 2, 2014
"For heaven’s sake, put on a hat when you go out into the sun and put your sunscreen on!” We hear these warnings time and again, particularly during the summer when the sun is at its strongest. While we do need to be mindful of the harmful effects of too much sun, at the same time it is an important source of vitamin D continue reading

$100,000 in Prizes Up for Grabs in Nashville

Thursday, August 28, 2014

$100,000 in Prizes Up for Grabs in Nashville

Wednesday, August 27th, 2014  SmartTan.com
When you attend Smart Tan Nashville, worst case scenario is leaving with more than $400 in lotion samples and other freebies. Best case, you’ll take home a $10,000 piece of equipment that can truly be life-changing for a business owner.
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The Benefits of Regular Dosing

Wednesday, August 27, 2014
The 25(OH)D used in the endrocrine system has a half life of three weeks because it is bound very tightly to the VDBP, while vitamin D3 used in the autocrine system has a half life of 24 hours. continue reading

Just say no to tanning beds

Thursday, August 21, 2014
This is the first article using the latest research from Colantonio. What they don't mention is the risk over 25 was 11%. Remember this research still includes home, medical and commercial unit and Skin Type 1 (always burn, never tan) continue reading

How the Sun Sees You: A Skin Health Reality Check

Wednesday, August 20, 2014
While the Scared Straight! (for sunscreen) montage, shot by photographer Thomas Leveritt, illuminates the unseen creep of sun damage, it ignores the health boon of regular UV exposure. Here’s what you need to know about the benefits and how to reap them safely: continue reading

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