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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.

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!

Grape Skin Protection

What if natural compounds in fruit could help protect our skin against sun damage?

Researchers in Spain have been studying that question and looking at the potential of grapes.

Heat Stress – Staying Safe During a Heat Wave

Summer’s here and that means some very high temperatures that can lead to heat stress and heat-related illness.

People exposed to extreme heat or who work in hot environments may be at risk of heat stress. Heat stress can result in heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heat rashes, and can be fatal.

Aloe Vera

Latin Names – Aloe vera, Aloe barbadensis

Botanical Illustration of Aloe Vera Vulgaris from Phytographia Curiosa by Abraham Munting 1702

The aloe vera plant is a hardy evergreen perennial that is used as an herbal remedy around the world. It has spiky green leaves that contain a clear gel that has traditionally been used as a topical ointment on the skin as a moisturizer and also for wounds, burns, sunburn and psoriasis.