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Vitamin D from the Tanning Bed

What is a Tanning bed? The tanning bed is used to give a cosmetic tan by emitting ultraviolet radiation through the device. It's also known as a sunbed.  UV lamps produce UV radiations that contribute to faster melanin production. Tanning beds have levels from 1 to 6. Level 1 and level 2 have low-pressure bulbs while levels 3, 4, 5, and 6 have medium to high-pressure bulbs. Higher-level tanning beds tan skin faster and for a longer duration. They produce more UVA rays and lower UVB rays. UVA radiations specifically contribute to the bronze of the skin. Tanning bed and Vitamin D absorption: Vitamin D plays an important role in regulating calcium and phosphate in the body. It's vital for facilitating the normal immune system. Apparently, people living in colder regions absorb Vitamin D by exposing themselves to sunshine but some of them also go for tanning beds in the hope to fulfill their Vitamin D requirements. Tanning beds do not at all provide the amount of Vit

Homemade Hair Mask for Dry & Damaged Hair

Hair has always been associated with engaging quality and beauty. In this post, you know about a hair mask that can stop hair fall and improve hair growth. Everyone, men or women, dreams of healthy beautiful hair but those dreams are hard to accomplish without care. Thinning hair or hair falling out can be a concern, however, this isn't impossible to have shiny and smooth hair but following a routine is essential. The below recipe can help anyone in nourishing hair follicles and maintain a healthy scalp. This recipe benefits all unless having an underlying health condition. Table of Content Hair Mask Recipe Hair Mask Benefits Homemade Hair Mask Method Hair Mask Recipe Ingredients Amla Oil - 300 ml Castor Oil - 1 cup Vitamin E Oil - 2 Tb spoons Fenugreek Seeds Powder - 2 Tb spoons Onion Seed - 4 Tb spoons Curry Leaves - 10 to 15 leaves Hair Mask Benefits Amla Oil for Hair Amla oil is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants (Flavonoids and Polypheno

Boost Your Vitamin C for Flu With These 5 Tips

What is Vitamin C and How Does It Fight with Flu? Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that plays a vital role in repairing tissues. It's a water-soluble vitamin also known as ascorbic acid and ascorbate. It works as an antioxidant to protect cells against the damage caused by free radicals. It possesses antiviral properties and is an essential factor in producing antiviral immune responses during the initial stage of viral infection through the production of type 1 interferons. Type 1 interferons act in a paracrine mode and have numerous effects on surrounding cells. They prepare them to ward off possible infections and boost the immune system to fight against the flu. 5 Tips to Boost Vitamin C Intake: 1. Take Foods that are High in Vitamin C Daily: Fruits and vegetables are the best sources of  Vitamin C. Below are some fruits and vegetables that are packed in Vitamin C and one can eat daily. The USDA recommends 5 to 9 servings of them per day. Oranges (53.2 mg of