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9/23/2009 |
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For the nearly six million people that suffer from psoriasis, it’s almost as if their skin is on speed. Normally, skin cells go from birth to death in about 28 days. But when you have psoriasis, your skin cells complete the whole process in a mere three to four days—almost nine times faster than usual. |
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6/8/2009 |
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Overexposure to UV radiation is the primary cause of skin cancer. Fortunately, you can get a certain degree of protection by eating the right foods and adding some key supplements to your daily routine. Advancements in sun protection – both internally and externally – make it safer for all of us who savor time in the sun. |
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3/9/2009 |
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Even the most expensive cosmetics and personal-care products can harbor some pretty shady ingredients. One type of cosmestic ingredient you should be especially concerned about is parabens. |
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8/4/2008 |
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There are more than 5,000 cosmetic chemicals approved for use by the FDA, many of which are toxic. The trick is to know which ones to avoid. |
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6/2/2008 |
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These supplemental nutrients can help save your skin by neutralizing damaging free radicals created by UV rays. |
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10/5/2007 |
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A recent study found that drinking a cocoa beverage high in flavanols every day shielded participants from several types of sun damage – including skin cancer. |
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5/25/2007 |
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It’s good to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays. But researchers in Switzerland warn that relying on sunscreen alone may not protect you against the deadliest form of skin cancer. |
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2/26/2007 |
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A European research team has discovered that tomatoes might offer protection from harmful UV rays by quenching the free radicals that can lead to skin cancer and premature skin aging. |
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5/18/2004 |
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Just when people have become convinced that sunscreen can protect them from developing skin cancer, new evidence is casting doubt about the safety and effectiveness of these products. |
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11/18/2003 |
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If you suffer from psoriasis, there are natural treatments that are considerably safer and more effective than the pharmaceutical fixes. |
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9/29/2003 |
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Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and keeping it healthy is vital. These natural antioxidants and topical vitamins can boost your skin’s defenses against sun damage. |
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6/11/2003 |
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The incidence of skin cancer increases every year. Overexposure to the sun is by far the greatest risk factor in skin cancer. Here’s what you can do to help protect yourself from UV radiation. |
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