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Vitamin D
2 Know Your A, B, C's: Vitamin D
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3 What's the Deal with: Polarized Sunglasses
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4 Summer Sun Provokes Suicide?
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5 Sun Poisoning: Even Worse Than Sunburn
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6 5 Reasons to Wear Sunglasses
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7 I Crave the Sun: Sunrise Toaster
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9 Get in Gear: Bolle Sport Sunglasses
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10 Sunscreen Stats
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11 Tips For Exercising in the Humidity
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12 P.L.O.W. — Celebrate the Sun
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13 UVSunSense Bracelets Prevent Skin Cancer
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14 Sunscreen Smarts: Facts and Figures
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15 Are You Down With Vitamin D?
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16 Did You Get Sunburned This Memorial Day Weekend?
Did you know that last Friday was "Don't Fry Day"? Created by health experts, the Friday leading into Memorial Day weekend has been dubbed this punny name to raise awareness about the hazards related to overexposure to sunlight, since the three-day weekend marks the "unofficial beginning of Summer." The main cause of skin cancer is overexposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. And according to Read more
We're finally enjoying some warm, sunny weather here in San Francisco, but even when it's not Summer or incredibly sunny, sunglasses are a must-have accessory for your health. Here are five reasons you should absolutely wear sunglasses. Avoiding sunburn. It is possible to sunburn your eyes, resulting in redness, irritation, and a gritty feeling similar to sand in the eyes. Ouch! Maintaining Read more
D is for dairy, and for daylight, which also happen to be two good sources of vitamin D. Now that the days are getting longer and we're heading into Summer, it's even easier to get your daily dose of D. Just don't forget the sunscreen! How much vitamin D do you really need, and where can you get it? Take my quiz and see if you can ace your D knowledge. Take the Quiz Read more
I was shocked to read that only 20 percent of Americans wear sunscreen on a daily basis, which got me wondering what else I don't know about this Summer essential. Whether you're hopping on your bicycle for a long ride or just taking a walk at lunchtime, it's crucial that you protect your skin from harmful rays. Find out how well you know your sunscreen facts and figures. Take the Quiz Read more
In case you hadn't heard, on Wednesday the longest total solar eclipse of this century was visible from India and China. Although those of us in the US and elsewhere didn't get to witness it firsthand, you can't deny that it's a miraculous and rare event. Even though there won't be a longer eclipse until the year 2132, now is the perfect time to celebrate our glorious sun. So this weekend, get Read more
Whether you skipped the sunscreen because you wanted a tan, or you actually wore it but forgot to reapply, now you're left with an awful sunburn. As you take a closer look, you notice parts of your skin appear blistery, and slightly yellowish in color. That's not just a sunburn, it's sun poisoning, and it's even more damaging to your skin. Not only does it cause a painful rash, but symptoms also Read more
Most forms of skin cancer are linked to sun exposure, so if you wear sunscreen, it's 100 percent preventable. The problem is, if you put it on before you head outside, it's hard to remember to reapply. So the UVSunSense Wristband wants to help you remember. This recyclable plastic bracelet monitors UVA and UVB rays. All you do is put on the wristband, and then apply a sunscreen with an SPF 15 Read more
Sunscreen is a must for anyone who spends time outside. Your bottle probably mentions something about UVA and UVB rays. Since you care so much about your health, I thought I'd refresh your mind on the difference between the two. UVA rays: These are less likely to cause sunburn than UVB rays, but they penetrate your skin more deeply. Watch out because UVA rays can go through windows, lightweight Read more
You might think that suicide rates are highest in the dark, gloomy days of Winter, but recent studies found that too much Summer sunlight, like in the northern climes of Sweden and Greenland from April to August, can cause suicidal thoughts as well. Extended Summer days make sleeping difficult, disrupting the body's natural circadian rhythm where darkness triggers sleep. Quantity of sleep is Read more
After months of a drought, San Francisco is finally getting a pounding of rain. I've had enough of it and all I want is a sunny day! So I thought I'd round up a collection of cheerful, sun-inspired furnishings to brighten my days indoors until the clouds go away. These Crate and Barrel Marimekko Tamara Guest Towels ($5.95) have a wonderful 1960s wood-block-print-inspired pattern, and Read more
