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Understanding the Base Tan
Friday, January 27, 2012
One thing that critics of the indoor tanning industry either don’t understand or refused to admit is the reality that base tans acquired in a non-burning fashion at a professional tanning facility help to prevent sunburn.
… continue readingMedical chief highlights importance of vitamin D – UK
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Vitamin D was in the headlines today, with many papers reporting that a quarter of all toddlers are deficient in the nutrient and that childhood rickets is on the rise. The vitamin plays several important roles in the body, including regulating the balance of nutrients needed for strong, healthy bones.… continue reading
Call for vitamin D infant death probe
Thursday, January 26, 2012
By Andrew Hosken Today programme, Radio 4
Vitamin D deficiency can cause diseases like rickets
Two senior paediatric pathologists say they have discovered vitamin D deficiency in a significant number of children who have died of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
… continue readingCancer Society urging local youths to avoid tanning booths – Cornwall ON
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
By KATHRYN BURNHAM kburnham@standard-freeholder.com
CORNWALL — While the winter weather can make many feel pasty and dreary, the Canadian Cancer Society is warning youth in particular to steer clear of the tanning booth for pick-me-up colour.… continue readingStudy: UV Suppresses MS Symptoms
Monday, January 23, 2012
A University of Wisconsin study suggests that UV exposure, totally independent of vitamin D production, suppresses an animal model of multiple sclerosis — another indication that UV exposure’s positive influence extends well beyond vitamin D production.
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