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Aspirin Might Help Prevent Melanoma

A new study has found that women who take aspirin have a reduced risk of developing melanoma—and that the longer they take it, the lower the risk. Continue reading »

Burgers, Fries and Beers: Recipe for Skin Cancer?

by Dr. Leo Galland

Dreaming of that burger and fries, or a few beers, at the beach this summer?

Think again, because high-fat foods, as well as alcohol, could boost the risk of skin cancer.

Skin Cancer Increases for Under 40’s

The Mayo Clinic is seeing an alarming trend: the dramatic rise of skin cancer, especially among people under 40.

According to a study by Mayo Clinic researchers published in the April issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings, Continue reading »

Sun Protection Nutrition

by Dr. Jonathan V. Wright

A recent article by Dr. Niva Shapira in the journal Nutrition Reviews lays out the evidence for a Nutritional approach to sun protection in 7 1/2 pages (with an impressive 149 references).

It points directly to the major culprit behind the large majority of skin cancers: poor diet!

Use Sunscreen to Prevent Melanoma

Summertime means that many people are spending more time in the sun and should be aware of how important it is to use sunscreen to protect their skin.

Sunscreen Use and Melanoma Studied