Sunlight plays a vital role in our health. By exposing skin to sunlight our bodies are able to create vitamin D: vital for healthy bones. Yet, exposure to excessive sunlight can cause long term health issues, particularly increasing the risk of skin cancer.
It is during childhood and teenage years that healthy sun habits can be formed. By reducing exposure and preventing sunburn in our early years, it has also been suggested that the long term risk of skin cancer can be significantly reduced.
There are a number of misconceptions about the interaction between sunlight and skin. In this two part post... Read more...
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Quick! I need Sunburn Relief! Rem...There are many remedies available to help provide relief from the symptoms of sunburn. Treatment of sunburn can include:... Watch now |
Understanding Vitiligo - Causes &...Vitiligo is a common pigmentary disorder in which the pigment producing cells of the skin (melanocytes) are absent or do... Watch now |
Nutrition for healthy skinWhen it comes to nutrition, our skin often reflects what’s going on inside our body. Feeding children a balanced diet, high in essential vitamins and minerals, can have beneficial effects on the health of their skin. The following is a list of skin-friendly ... Read more |
