4 Tips for Sun Protection
Sun exposure is a great debate among health experts. Some claim that sunscreen should always be worn, while others stress the importance of UVB rays for vitamin D3 production. The debate is not just over sun exposure, but whether sunscreens are safe. Dermatologists witness the downside to sun exposure. They screen their patients for unusual moles, remove suspicious growths, and treat patients for damaged, aging skin, often the result of overexposure to UV … Read entire article »
Filed under: Clothing, Clothing for Sun Protection, Featured, Go Outdoors, Hair and Skin, Natural Sunscreen, Sun Protection, UV Radiation, UV Rays
UV Radiation and Its Effects on Skin and Vitamin D3 Production
Liberally-applied sunscreen is the prescription for protection against the sun’s UV rays. Medical experts caution that exposure to UVA and UVB radiation may cause skin cancer. Some medical experts are adamant that sunscreen and adequate clothing coverage are paramount for protecting skin, but other healthcare professionals teach the importance of getting just enough sun. Ultraviolet radiation travels in waves, like those of a lake or an ocean. Some waves are long and can … Read entire article »
Filed under: Effects on Skin, Hair and Skin, Skin, Sunlight Exposure, UV Radiation, UVA Radiation, UVB Radiation, Vitamin D3
