http://www.forbes.com/2009/06/12/sunscreen-sun-damage-lifestyle-health-skin-cancer.html
The article starts off describing the behavior of most teenagers, we sat in the sun unprotected for hours thinking it was cool to get really deep tan, the darker the better.
While teens might be forgiven for letting sun safety slip, those in the medical field say adults should know better. That's because skin cancers account for almost 50% of all cancers in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. The majority of them result from unprotected skin exposure to UV radiation. What we did as teenagers is now haunting us. The spots on your face, chest, hands and arms are not from the unprotected exposure last week or last year. It’s the consequence of choices many years ago.
The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2006, the last year for which data was available, 59,940 cases of malignant melanoma and over 1 million cases of basal- and squamous-cell cancers, nonmelanoma skin cancers, were associated with UV exposure.
Though folks know sunbathing can be dangerous, they may not be aware of the hidden sources of skin damage. These include wearing expired sunscreen, relying on clothing to block the sun and taking certain medications. Yes some of the drugs make us photo-sensitive to the sun.
Enjoy the sun in moderation, 10 to 15 minutes without sunblock if you really need natural Vitamin D.
Other sun-damage hideouts: in the car and even under a beach umbrella. While the glass in car windows typically blocks UVB rays, which causes skin to burn, UVA rays--those that cause skin aging--can seep through, says dermatologist Dr. Francesca Fusco, associate clinical professor at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. What's more, a high percentage of UV radiation bounces directly off sand and water and on to the skin, even while you're sitting in the shade. I was sitting at lunch one day, under a very large umbrella. I took my glasses off which have ‘transitional lenses’, even under the cover of a large umbrella my glasses remained dark… Reflection of light is as bad as light itself.
"UVB rays cause sunburn," she says, "UVA rays cause suntan, and both of them contribute to skin damage, skin cancer and DNA mutations, which predisposes to cancer."
UVA rays also penetrate clouds more readily than UVB rays, putting those that head outdoors, even on gloomy days, at risk of a burn or other skin damage.
"A typical white T-shirt offers you about a 7 to 8 SPF," says dermatologist Dr. Susan Weinkle, a clinical associate professor at the University of South Florida. "And then when it gets wet, the sun protective factor goes down to a 3." Which is nothing…..
What outdoorsy people may not know is that special clothing can shield the skin from such rays… Companies including Columbia Sportswear ~ Land Lands' End recently launched collections that provide Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) protection. Columbia's and Lands' End's lines both offer UPF 50, which protects the wearer from 97.5% of the sun's rays. Both companies also offer UPF 30, and Columbia offers UPF 15, which protects the wearer from up to 93.3% of UV rays. Then there is www.sunsoul.com
Their clothing is not only UPF of 50, but it also is specific colors to take advantage of the wave length being generated by the sun. This is very cool technology and it’s worth it’s weight in gold. By wearing it a few hours a week you start to reverse the damage. It’s like getting an IPL treatment by your local dermatologist.
Of course, the best way to protect against skin damage while doing any kind of activity that exposes skin to the sun is to wear sunblock with an SPF of at least 40.
The original article mentions 15, which is ridiculous. All the studies indicate at least 30 and up. I wear 40 every time I walk out my door, if the sun is out, I have protection on.
TiZO ~ Fallene
http://www.fallenesolarprotection.com/html/skin_cancer_prevention_-_sun_b1.html
This becomes a barrier stopping the sun penetration.
The importance of wearing sunscreen is increasingly evident. Incidences of melanoma of the skin increased by 7.7 % among men from 2003 to 2005, and by 2.9% among women from 1993 to 2005, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
With these statistics in mind, it is not only dermatologists like Fusco who emphasize the importance of protecting skin. In addition to clothing lines, personal care companies are also becoming more sensitive to the importance of UV protection.
Companies "are improving the ability of sunscreen to block UVA and UVB rays," says Weinkle. They're also using ingredients that allow sunscreen to better stay put on skin, which helps block UV rays more effectively.
So I gave a friend of mine a tube, he runs on the beach. We met for an early dinner, walking to the restaurant while the sun was setting. He proudly announces he remember to wear the sun block I gave him when he went for his run this afternoon.
I reached over and touched his face, nothing. I asked why he didn’t reapply it after his shower and over his moisturizer…? He thought he only needed to wear it when he ran.
DA! Every time you walk out your door and the sun is up.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Monday, June 1, 2009
Learn from NY's NO Bulls#!% Trainer
I flipping through GQ the other day, come across this page, very interesting"
Oscar Smith - the man who gave Tom Brady his toughest workouts without making him lift a weight - on how to get yourself back in fighting shape.
And I thought to myself, wow, all those people with their excuses "I don't like gyms" and the old "I just don't have time"
His suggestions:
1. Being good to your feet by wearing quality foot wear. He wears what I have been wearing for over 20 years: ASICS Cross Trainers, they are versatile and comfortable.
2. If you don't have the money to pay a personal trainer, find a gym that offers classes. I suggest Stretching, Yoga, Pilates and a Martial Arts class. Again with the mind set of Cross Training. Cardio for all parts of your body to keep the interstitial fluid moving which then in turn moves the toxins through the lymphatic system. NOT just for looking good but to keep the toxins moving through your body.
He, like most trainers I know don't drink, I do but in moderation. I'm not giving up wine at dinner and the occasional Martini. Keep in mind that drinking makes you hungry so those late night outing will cost you in calories and heartburn.
I like how he suggest to pack for the gym, leave it in your car so you always have it. Again, no excuses:
"Pack a workout kit the same way you pack toiletries. All you need is a T-shirt, shorts, sneakers, a jump rope, and a timer. When the timer dings, it's time to move to the next set" Mucho Importante! Big reason people don't see a difference. You need to keep moving, don't sit too long between sets. You will burn more by moving and doing super sets (three different exercises for one muscle group in a row without stopping)
He goes on to say You don't need weights. I say it all the time, good for bone density but not for keeping in shape. 85% of it is what you eat and when you eat it.
Training example:
Jump rope for 3 to 5 minutes then do sets of 10 reps
Push ups ~ Sit ups ~ Dips ~ Crunches
Stretch for thirty seconds, then head back to the jump rope and repeat the entire process, Don't rest between sets
Instant Energy Fix: Keep a bowl of fruit near by: Bananas, applies and oranges. If you don't eat before you work out, the natural sugar will get you though. Don't be fooled by Shakes and Smoothies made with fruit, most of the times we add other stuff (processed foods) but the sugar count in these drinks could send you into Diabetics shock.
Pay attention and don't keep giving yourself excuses ~ Times running out!
Oscar Smith - the man who gave Tom Brady his toughest workouts without making him lift a weight - on how to get yourself back in fighting shape.
And I thought to myself, wow, all those people with their excuses "I don't like gyms" and the old "I just don't have time"
His suggestions:
1. Being good to your feet by wearing quality foot wear. He wears what I have been wearing for over 20 years: ASICS Cross Trainers, they are versatile and comfortable.
2. If you don't have the money to pay a personal trainer, find a gym that offers classes. I suggest Stretching, Yoga, Pilates and a Martial Arts class. Again with the mind set of Cross Training. Cardio for all parts of your body to keep the interstitial fluid moving which then in turn moves the toxins through the lymphatic system. NOT just for looking good but to keep the toxins moving through your body.
He, like most trainers I know don't drink, I do but in moderation. I'm not giving up wine at dinner and the occasional Martini. Keep in mind that drinking makes you hungry so those late night outing will cost you in calories and heartburn.
I like how he suggest to pack for the gym, leave it in your car so you always have it. Again, no excuses:
"Pack a workout kit the same way you pack toiletries. All you need is a T-shirt, shorts, sneakers, a jump rope, and a timer. When the timer dings, it's time to move to the next set" Mucho Importante! Big reason people don't see a difference. You need to keep moving, don't sit too long between sets. You will burn more by moving and doing super sets (three different exercises for one muscle group in a row without stopping)
He goes on to say You don't need weights. I say it all the time, good for bone density but not for keeping in shape. 85% of it is what you eat and when you eat it.
Training example:
Jump rope for 3 to 5 minutes then do sets of 10 reps
Push ups ~ Sit ups ~ Dips ~ Crunches
Stretch for thirty seconds, then head back to the jump rope and repeat the entire process, Don't rest between sets
Instant Energy Fix: Keep a bowl of fruit near by: Bananas, applies and oranges. If you don't eat before you work out, the natural sugar will get you though. Don't be fooled by Shakes and Smoothies made with fruit, most of the times we add other stuff (processed foods) but the sugar count in these drinks could send you into Diabetics shock.
Pay attention and don't keep giving yourself excuses ~ Times running out!
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Deodorants
One thing at a time ~
I was on the phone with a friend discussing healthy choices he wants to incorporate in his life promoting Longevity & wellness. We discussed Lotions, personal hygiene, hair dyes and Deodorants. I would like to elaborate the subject of Deodorants.
Toxic Ingredients in Antiperspirant, Brain Health, and Alzheimer's
Aluminum, a common ingredient in deodorant and antiperspirant, is often linked to Alzheimer's and brain disorders and is a possible risk factor in breast cancer.
In a culture where being well-groomed and attractive are almost a necessity, dependence on deodorant and antiperspirant is a must. But few know the health hazards present in the everyday underarm cosmetic. Beyond the synthetic fragrances and toxic ingredients found in most personal care products, antiperspirant and deodorant are loaded with aluminum compounds that have been linked to Alzheimer's disease and brain disorders, respiratory disorders, and possibly cancer.
What is Aluminum? Aluminum is one of the most common elements in the environment and the world's most common metal. It is used in cans and aluminum foil, as lightweight sheet metal in airplanes and other machinery, in electrical wiring - and in personal care products such as underarm deodorant and antiperspirant. Aluminum oxide, also present in deodorants, is often used as a coating and is the major compound in rubies and sapphires.
Aluminum is a Toxin
- In 1993, the World Health Organization said, "There is a suspected link between Alzheimer's disease and the toxicity of aluminum." (2)
- The Agency for Toxic Substances and & Disease Registry reports that "Exposure to high levels of aluminum may result in respiratory and neurological problems."
Aluminum Compounds in Deodorant and Antiperspirant – Locking Poisons In: The problem with deodorants and antiperspirants is not only the aluminum, but how it works to reduce sweat and smelly odors.
Aluminum compounds or aluminum salts, such as aluminum oxide (Al2O3), are key ingredients in almost every antiperspirant. They are powerful astringents that close pores, stopping sweat and odor from escaping the body.
Antiperspirants may leave the outside of the body smelling fresh and clean – but inside, the toxins that would have escaped the body in the sweat have nowhere to go. For this reason, antiperspirants have been linked to problems with the sweat glands and lymph glands in and around the underarms.
I know what everyone is thinking “that natural stuff doesn’t work.”
Not True ~ I will mention that most people who use the Crystals
And people, you are what you eat so if you are eating sugar, processed food, drink soda, smoke you will definitely smell. Your body is trying to get rid of the poisons.
Then I read: aluminum compound, such as aluminum chlorhydrate or aluminum zirconium, which is very soluble, is used as an antiperspirant, that compound is readily absorbed. Once in the body, the aluminum portion of the molecule ionizes, forming free or radical aluminum (Al+++). This passes freely across cell membranes, and forms a physical plug, that when dissolved is selectively absorbed by the liver, kidney, brain, cartilage and bone marrow. It is this concentration of aluminum that has been the source of concern in the medical community and has prompted the research being done on ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE and BREAST CANCER victims. Potassium alum molecules have a negative ionic charge, making it unable to pass through the cell wall. THEY ARE NOT ABSORBED. This is why our deodorants are safe to use and will not cause high levels of ALUMINUM in your system. ALUM and ALUMINUM are two different substances, with distinct chemical signatures. They possess different chemical properties which create different chemical attributes.
Sources: http://naturalmedicine.suite101.com/article.cfm/aluminum_in_deodorant#ixzz0G5hizgNA&BVictoria Anisman-Reiner, B.Sc., C.C.A., is a writer, a teacher in holistic health and energy healing, an aromatherapist, and an avid and opinionated reader.
And: http://www.ssmartco.com/deo/aluminum.htm
Saturday, May 16, 2009
You are what you EAT
Dermatology Times, March 2009 (page 71)
Eating foods rich in probiotics is a good habit to practice to ensure healthy skin, Vitamins such as C and D enhance epidermal function, and skin hydration is met through consumption of adequate amounts of water.
They go on to drive the point home by stating:
'Intestinal health is the most important instrument to ensure health of the epidermis.' say Georges Mouton, M.D., a GP who specializes in dietary and nutritional counseling in London.
Vitamin D found in fish and fortified milk improves epidermal function. While there is a concern about sun exposure and people I preach the SUNBLOCK rule every day to everyone in my path..
too little sunlight is not necessarily positive. In areas of the world where individuals experience cold winters, they are less likely to derive vitamin D from sunlight, they need to look for alternative sources of Vitamin D.
Vitamins C & A
C is rich in such foods as guava also improves epidermal functions.
Licopene, which is abundant in cooked tomatoes, is photoprotective, as is luteine, a carotenoid that is found in abundant qualities in spinach.
A confers immune support and has an antioxidizing impact.
Zinc is found in foods such as oysters but is also in many dermatologic products. Fish oils found in fish such as salmon, halibut, tuna and mackerel and anchovies possess anti-inflammatory properties. It's best to eat fish that is low in mercury... again we are back to Salmon.
I live off Salmon and Whitefish, baked (wrapped in Parchment Paper) Clean up is simple and easy It cook in it's own juices, you can add any type of spices. Basic and easy, add steamed veggies and a little brown rice, it's the perfect meal.
Selenium is good for the skin and has anti-cancer properties
With this information like any other, please do what resonates with you.
Change one thing at a time, add one thing, include it with what you are doing.
They suggest at the end of the article that every one should obtain a blood test to find out what you are deficient in. Good advice, I feel conscious healthy living and choices come from common sense
Simple: 5-8 oz of fish, a salad or steamed veggie is the meal I consume the majority of the time.
This allows me to dine out and not feel I have to count calories or deprive myself.
I will actually share a dessert
It's better to know what nutrients you are missing before spending money on supplements to improve your skin that might have no impact on you.
Common Sense and Focus is needed if you want to enjoy the final years healthy or in "care".
Do a little research yourself, you want to eat more Vitamin D
get on a search engine and type "natural foods rich in Vitamin D" and so on
I can't fix the menu for you, you need to work within your life.
Eating foods rich in probiotics is a good habit to practice to ensure healthy skin, Vitamins such as C and D enhance epidermal function, and skin hydration is met through consumption of adequate amounts of water.
They go on to drive the point home by stating:
'Intestinal health is the most important instrument to ensure health of the epidermis.' say Georges Mouton, M.D., a GP who specializes in dietary and nutritional counseling in London.
Vitamin D found in fish and fortified milk improves epidermal function. While there is a concern about sun exposure and people I preach the SUNBLOCK rule every day to everyone in my path..
too little sunlight is not necessarily positive. In areas of the world where individuals experience cold winters, they are less likely to derive vitamin D from sunlight, they need to look for alternative sources of Vitamin D.
Vitamins C & A
C is rich in such foods as guava also improves epidermal functions.
Licopene, which is abundant in cooked tomatoes, is photoprotective, as is luteine, a carotenoid that is found in abundant qualities in spinach.
A confers immune support and has an antioxidizing impact.
Zinc is found in foods such as oysters but is also in many dermatologic products. Fish oils found in fish such as salmon, halibut, tuna and mackerel and anchovies possess anti-inflammatory properties. It's best to eat fish that is low in mercury... again we are back to Salmon.
I live off Salmon and Whitefish, baked (wrapped in Parchment Paper) Clean up is simple and easy It cook in it's own juices, you can add any type of spices. Basic and easy, add steamed veggies and a little brown rice, it's the perfect meal.
Selenium is good for the skin and has anti-cancer properties
With this information like any other, please do what resonates with you.
Change one thing at a time, add one thing, include it with what you are doing.
They suggest at the end of the article that every one should obtain a blood test to find out what you are deficient in. Good advice, I feel conscious healthy living and choices come from common sense
Simple: 5-8 oz of fish, a salad or steamed veggie is the meal I consume the majority of the time.
This allows me to dine out and not feel I have to count calories or deprive myself.
I will actually share a dessert
It's better to know what nutrients you are missing before spending money on supplements to improve your skin that might have no impact on you.
Common Sense and Focus is needed if you want to enjoy the final years healthy or in "care".
Do a little research yourself, you want to eat more Vitamin D
get on a search engine and type "natural foods rich in Vitamin D" and so on
I can't fix the menu for you, you need to work within your life.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Belly Fat
I was reading Better Nutrition magazine and came across this article:
Find out why your waist-to-hip ratio is more important then you think
Fat that's stored around the middle is known as VAT - visceral abdominal tissue. You may affectionately refer to it as a beer belly or love handles, but it's anything but benign and has nothing to do with love. A Substantial amount of research has shown that VAT significantly increases the risk for all kinds of problems, from high blood pressure to diabetes to metabolic syndrome. A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that excess abdominal fat almost doubled the risk of death from a host of diseases, including stroke, heart disease, and cancer.
Why is belly fat so much more of a problem than regular, garden-variety fat?
The answer seems to lie in the difference in how adbominal fat actually functions. It tends to be more active in producing hormones and chemical messengers that cause inflammation thoughout the body. "Most of the research suggests that abdominal fat at least triples the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and abnormal cholesterol levels," says Dr. JoAnn Manson, a Harvard Endocrinologist.
I'm going to mention the diseases several times until you get it,
Why is health care so expensive they ask?
Subcutaneous fat- the kind that gets stored on the thighs, butt, and upper arms - is the kind you can pinch and is stored right below the skin. Unattractive and annoying, but basically harmless... except if you don't mind losing your knees or ankles due to stress and extra weight but that is going to be address in another blog.
Way to measure:
#1 measure your waist
The danger point seems to be 35 inches for women and 40 inches for the men
That's why a metric called waist-to-hip ratio may turn out to be more important than either your weight or your body mass index (BMI), the old standard wway of calculation if you are overweight.
Here's how to do it, my measurements are included:
Measure the circumference of your waist at its smallest point (30.5)
Measure the circumference of your hips and their widest point (36.5)
Divide the waist measurement by the hip measurement (= 0.83)
Women within the 0.85 and with men at 0.9 range seem to be less susceptible to all sorts of major diseases, from diabetes to heart disease to cancer.
I have one thing to say about this:
STOP EATING SUGAR, REFINED SUGAR!
Find out why your waist-to-hip ratio is more important then you think
Fat that's stored around the middle is known as VAT - visceral abdominal tissue. You may affectionately refer to it as a beer belly or love handles, but it's anything but benign and has nothing to do with love. A Substantial amount of research has shown that VAT significantly increases the risk for all kinds of problems, from high blood pressure to diabetes to metabolic syndrome. A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that excess abdominal fat almost doubled the risk of death from a host of diseases, including stroke, heart disease, and cancer.
Why is belly fat so much more of a problem than regular, garden-variety fat?
The answer seems to lie in the difference in how adbominal fat actually functions. It tends to be more active in producing hormones and chemical messengers that cause inflammation thoughout the body. "Most of the research suggests that abdominal fat at least triples the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and abnormal cholesterol levels," says Dr. JoAnn Manson, a Harvard Endocrinologist.
I'm going to mention the diseases several times until you get it,
Why is health care so expensive they ask?
Subcutaneous fat- the kind that gets stored on the thighs, butt, and upper arms - is the kind you can pinch and is stored right below the skin. Unattractive and annoying, but basically harmless... except if you don't mind losing your knees or ankles due to stress and extra weight but that is going to be address in another blog.
Way to measure:
#1 measure your waist
The danger point seems to be 35 inches for women and 40 inches for the men
That's why a metric called waist-to-hip ratio may turn out to be more important than either your weight or your body mass index (BMI), the old standard wway of calculation if you are overweight.
Here's how to do it, my measurements are included:
Measure the circumference of your waist at its smallest point (30.5)
Measure the circumference of your hips and their widest point (36.5)
Divide the waist measurement by the hip measurement (= 0.83)
Women within the 0.85 and with men at 0.9 range seem to be less susceptible to all sorts of major diseases, from diabetes to heart disease to cancer.
I have one thing to say about this:
STOP EATING SUGAR, REFINED SUGAR!
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Acne Study Needs Participants
SunSoul’s innovative solution to skin conditions both medical and cosmetic is responding to the growing focus on natural, convenient therapies and healthy lifestyle.
Today’s enlightened consumer wants quality alternatives and compliments to conventional drug based treatments, and costly, time consuming medical procedures.
There are currently two sites for an Acne study here in
The doctors are only charging a consult fee; product will be given for
UCLA
Dr. Helen Fincher, Dermatologist
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Dr. Karyn Grossman, Dermatologist (310) 998-0040
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