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With summer fast approaching, millions of Americans are planning their annual beach vacations. If you're among this crowd, you'll probably want to protect against sunburn by wearing sunscreen lotion. Sunscreen lotion shields your skin from the sun's otherwise harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, which if left unchecked, could cause serious burns while also increasing your risk of skin cancer.The FDA Raises the Alarm Over Sunscreen LotionIn a new study, however, the U.S. Federal Drug Administration has …

Think all tea is the same? Think again. In a previous blog post, we discussed some of the health conditions that tea can treat and prevent, including inflammation, free radicals, high blood pressure, heart disease and obesity. In this post, we're going to reveal which types of tea treat and prevent these various health conditions.Green TeaConsisting of brewed leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant, green tea has become a popular choice because of its exceptionally high antioxidant content. Rese …

Do you suffer from a thyroid disorder? According to the American Thyroid Association (ATA), up to 20 million Americans suffer from some type of thyroid disease, the most common of which include an overactive or underactive thyroid. The thyroid, of course, is a gland that's responsible for producing metabolic hormones. When it doesn't function as intended, it can lead to a wide range of adverse symptoms, such as poor digestive, weak bones, insomnia, fatigue, weight gain, weight loss and more.Drin …

How much tea do you drink? Along with coffee, tea consistently ranks as one of the world's most popular beverages. Millions of people throughout the world drink it on a regular basis. While most people drink tea for its delicious flavor, there are other reasons to include it in your diet. Below are five important reasons to drink more tea.#1) Suppresses InflammationTea contains flavonoids that suppress inflammation in the body. Why does this matter? Well, inflammation has been linked to a range …

Are you looking for ways to improve your heart health? With heart disease responsible for over 610,000 deaths in the United States each year -- more than any other disease or illness -- you should take a proactive approach to improving your heart health. While eating the right foods can certainly lower your risk of heart disease, a new study has found that running just one marathon can have a positive impact on your heart health as well.How Running a Marathon Can Improve Your Heart HealthAccordi …