Protect Your Skin from Summer Sun with the Right Supplements
Summer approaches…Plan Ahead
Ultraviolet (UV) rays on unprotected skin can cause first and second degree burns to the skin, commonly referred to as sunburn. Long-term damage from overexposure can include premature aging and even skin cancer. The use of commercially available sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or higher is effective protection. However, a variety of natural remedies may be even more helpful than chemical-laden oils.
Protective nutritional supplements
Research has identified the benefits of antioxidants to prevent or minimize injury caused by UV radiation. Damage begins when UV radiation stimulates the production of free radicals and lipid peroxidases within the skin. Antioxidants such as vitamin E and vitamin C neutralize these particles and curtail cellular damage. These
...royalty in Orlando for a week. Most of these home rentals will provide you with a range of luxurious amenities that will rival those being offered in hotels. Better yet, you can enjoy all of these in utmost privacy. Resort ...
In a study at the University of Munich, 10 subjects were given Vitamin C (2000 mg) and Vitamin E (1000 IU) daily or a placebo. The sunburn reaction before and after 8 days of supplement use was determined by measuring the minimal erythema (redness) dose, or MED. This is the amount of UV radiation necessary to create a uniform pink color on exposed skin.
The results showed that subjects taking the vitamins required 20% more UV radiation to experience the same level of reaction as compared to those taking a placebo(1) . A similar result came from a separate study at the University of Frankfurt, concluding that vitamin C and vitamin E
...related to investment, saving and spending. All the programmes are catering to consumers across different walks of life, which included personal finance; variety of markets including commodity, stocks, savings etc.; small businesses; education & career guidance; and verticals like health, ...
Another supplement, beta-carotene, has been studied for effects as a sun protectant. Data published from study at the University of Arizona suggests that supplementation with natural carotenoids 90 mg daily for 24 weeks conveys modest protection from both UVA- and UVB-induced erythema.(3)
Taking these three supplements daily for a week before a going on a beach vacation, or taking them throughout the summer, could be a wonderful, safe way to protect yourself from sunburn.
Healing Topical Therapies
Natural topical therapies have been shown to be helpful for sunburn. A study from the University of Western Ontario showed that application of 5% Vitamin E cream immediately after a sunburn significantly decreased necrosis of the skin
...trees at the Kivuli (shade) terrace or enjoy a bite or drink after a swim by the refreshing pool-side menu. The green landscape and waterfalls will dazzle your senses and give you that feeling of never wanting to leave the ...
A variety of herbs been reported to have soothing effects. Applying the oil from sea buckthorn (hippophae rhamnoides) 3 to 4 times per day has been useful as both a natural a sunscreen or as a sunburn therapy. Sea buckthorn oil is a natural product that contains vitamin C, malic acid, flavaniods, carotenoids, and essential fatty acids. These constituents protect cells from lipid peroxidation injury.(5) Interestingly, the oil concentrate has been used to
...work up to high-level workouts over a year s time frame. Chart your progress and initially lay out game plan for the next three months, the next six months and finally over a year. This way, you have a plan ...
Beware of Herbal Photosensitizers
Consumers need to be aware of potential complications, such as photosensitivity, associated with both natural and pharmaceutical products from only moderate sun exposure. St. Johns Wort (hypericum perforatum) can cause photosensitization when taken orally at 1800 mg/day for 15 days (9) and can cause phototoxicity at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg per day, albeit that is a rather large dose.(10) Photosensitization has
...friend I drove into the Sierra Nevad foothills for a running event. He liked the car's styling, its simple, elegant instrumentation and its feel on the road. His only concern was that as a 5-10, 185 pound man, he couldn't ...
A Final Note
Lack of exposure to sun can cause significant health problems too. Sunshine on the skin converts 7-dehydrocholesterol to pre-vitamin D, which is further processed by the kidneys into
...and Mexican cuisine. As the name suggests, this hotel is known for its 18-hole golf course. The hotel pampers its guests with personalized service to add to the facilities it offers. Secrets Excellence Punta Cana is a relatively new hotel ...
A very recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition states that vitamin D is not toxic at intakes much higher than previously considered unsafe. “This risk assessment was needed to show that newer evidence supports the conclusion that vitamin D is much safer then previously thought, particularly because of all the
...you feel you need protein. One glass of water. Detox diet Lunch One glass of pomegranate juice and a mixed green salad, as much as you wish. A dressing of virgin olive oil, wine vinegar, and salt may be used. ...
Using common sense in the sun moderate exposure and an awareness of potentially phototoxic herbal remedies will go along way to promote good health for your skin and make summer fun a delightful experience instead of an eventful one.
_______________________________________
(1) Eberlein-Konig B, Placzek M, Pryzbilla. Protective effect against sunburn of combined systemic ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and d-alpha-tocoperhol (vitamin E). J Am Acad. Dermatol. 1998 Jan;38(1):45-8.
(2) Fuchs J, Kern H. Modulation of
...product or products that will be shipped to you. Though, I would not recommend any home internet business that you have to stock any product. Lastly and most important make sure that you talk to a number of people that ...
(3) Lee J; Jiang S; Levine N; Watson RR. Carotenoid supplementation reduces erythema in human skin after simulated solar radiation exposure. Proc Soc Exp Biol Med 2000 Feb;223(2):170-4.
(4) Trevithick, JR; et.al. Reduction of sunburn damage to skin by topical application to vitamin E acetate following exposure to ultraviolet B radiation: effect of delaying application or of reducing concentration of Vitamin E acetate applied. Scanning Microsc 1993 Dec;7(4):1269-81.
(5) Wang Y, Lu y, Liu X, et. al. the protective effect of Hippophae rhamnoides L. on hyperlipidemic serum cultured smooth muscle cells in vitro [article in Chinese]. Chung
...the belleric myroblan is mixed with long pepper, salt and honey. This is to be taken once a day. - Clove oil mixed with garlic and honey helps to eliminate spasmodic coughs which are produced in tuberculosis, asthma and bronchitis. ...
(6) Gruenwald J, et al. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st Edition. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
(7) Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd Edition. New York, NY: Jon Wiley & Sons, 1996.
(8) Ibid.
(9) Upton R, ed. St. John s Wort, Hypercium perforatum: quality control, analytical and therapeutic monograph. Santa Cruz, CA: American herbal Pharmacopoeia; 1997;1-32.
(10) Gulick RM, McAuliffe V, Holden-wiltse J, et al. Phase I studies of hypericin, the active compound in St. John s Wort, as an antiretroviral agent in HIV-infected adults. AIDS Clinical Trials Group Protocols 150 and
...by bicycle is probably possible by going in increments of 50 miles with a break and then do it four times a day. This would be to shifts four hours rest and four more hours and take a bigger break ...
(11) Blumenthal M, et al. The complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
(12) Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
(13)Utiger, RD. NEJM, 1998: Vol.338(12): 828-Editorial.
(14) J.N. Hathcock, A. Shao, R. Vieth, R. Heaney. Risk assessment for vitamin D” American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. January 2007, Volume85, Pages 6-18.
Dr. Sherri J. Tenpenny is respected as one of the country s most knowledgeable physicians on Integrative Medicine. Her medical clinic, OsteoMed II, located in Cleveland, Ohio offer alterative medicine by board certified physicians. More information can be found at http://www.osteomed2.com
In addition,
...Fitness caters to its members through its flexible 24/7 operating system where the facility is available at any time regardless of individual schedules and time constraints. Combining a unique 24 hour a day card-locking and surveillance system plus a highly ...