The Vitamin D Society of Canada recently issued some VERY important news! There has been new research on the Vitamin D effects of Tanning Salon Sunbeds and Vitamin D. Tanning salon beds are very and highly effective in raising serum levels of Vitamin D. Those who use them, are able to attain optimal levels during … View post Sunbeds are Vitamin D Machines: Sunlight Institute
Sunbeds which emit UVB are an effective alternate vitamin D source during winter months, according to a new Canadian study. Participants in the study who used sunbeds emitting UVB rays in the range equivalent to outdoor summer sunshine increased their vitamin D blood levels on average by 42 nmol. Researchers determined Canadian vitamin D levels … View post Study finds boosting vitamin D could save 23,000 Canadians lives, $12.5 billion in healthcare spending
A recent paper concludes how North Americans are not getting enough sun exposure and that public health advice needs to be retooled to embrace moderate sun while focusing on sunburn prevention! Read full article
Dr. Sam Shuster, Professor of Detmatology at Newcastle University states : Saying that ultraviolet light exposure causes skin damage therefore should be avoided is misleading and inaccurate. It would be like saying that since water causes drowning, we should avoid all water. Yes it causes drowning, but our bodies NEED water. Similarly, we need sun … View post Tanning is a Natural Process: Dermatologist
According to a study by Dr. Gerry Schwalfenberg, People who use sunbeds have the highest vitamin D levels of any group in Canada! Regular sunbed users have mean vitamin D levels of 94 nmol/L — or 38 ng/ml, compared to the Canadian average was around 68 nmol/L — or 27 ng/ml. Read full article
Dr. Brian Dixon and Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi, a pair of Washington, D.C. dermatologists suggest a number of reasons to get some moderate sun exposure every day. Some of the benefits include: healthy hair, improved mood, strong teeth and healthy skin! Read full article
According to the journal, “Dermatology and Therapy” “Sunbeds are a valid option for psoriasis and could also be useful “as a treatment option for atopic dermatitis, mycosis fungoides, acne, scleroderma, vitiligo, and pruritus! View full article
I’m sure you know how important it is to keep your vitamin D levels up throughout the winter months. However, did you know that indoor tanning produces more vitamin D than any vitamin D pill on the market? View full article
A survey, conducted earlier this year, shows that 900,000 people were referred to sun beds by U.S. dermatologists! Read full article
