Sunblock Blocks Vitamin D, Oh No!
by Dr Sarah Murphy
Sun Safety: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ because your body NEEDS sunlight to make it. When UVB rays from the sun hit your skin, your cells convert cholesterol into vitamin D.
Vitamin D deficiency is a huge problem, and many people have low levels without even knowing it. Here’s a non-exhaustive list of things your body uses vitamin D for...
Beyond Sunscreen: Sun Safety Tips While Swimming
by Dr Sarah Murphy
Swimming with sunscreen? While we definitely want to prevent sunburns and skin damage, we also want to minimize our exposure to toxic chemicals. Just think about what’s in the mix if you’re swimming in a chlorinated pool while wearing a chemical sunscreen.
On top of the potential hormone disrupting chemicals in the sunscreen, chlorine can cause…
Sun Safety: Should I wear sunscreen?
by Dr Sarah Murphy
I get asked the sunscreen question a lot. Sun safety is important.
While it’s critical to avoid sunburns and excessive exposure to the sun, we also want to minimize the risks associated with chemicals present in many popular sunscreen products. I have some recommendations about how to choose a sunscreen below, but here’s why sunscreen matters...
What Type of Headache is It? And 7 Ways to Stop A Headache Before It Starts
by Dr Sarah Murphy
I’m guessing you’ve had a headache at some point in your life, but if you have them often, it’s time to sort out why and how to stop them.
June is Migraine and Headache Awareness month, so let’s talk about 3 primary types of headaches and how to help identify which type you have...
The Best And Worst Foods for Arthritis!
by Dr Sarah Murphy
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease affecting the joints. Most people with arthritis take anti-inflammatory medications or pain relievers every day, but have you ever thought about how foods might either aggravate or alleviate the symptoms?
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