It’s Memorial Day, and
the weather is steamy! Many families
have packed up and taken for the beach!
The summer season has officially arrived. Whether working in your
garden, playing on the ball field or playground, or sitting by the pool, make
sure you and your children are adequately protected. Although some sun exposure is healthy, promoting
production of Vitamin D, if you are going to be out for an extended period of
time, don’t forget the sunscreen, even on cloudy days!
According to the June
2012 issue of Consumer Reports, Not All Sunscreens are created equal! It is
best to choose a sunscreen that is rated well in protecting against BOTH UVA and
UVB radiation. In the article they
explain the risks of UV radiation as it “may promote skin cancer by damaging the
DNA in skin cells and by weakening the body’s natural defenses against cancer
cells.”
Don’t assume that
because your sunscreen says “kids” on it, that it is any better than
another. Read the labels and read the
reviews as certain ingredients may be harmful .
Also, be sure to wear hats and protect your eyes. Re-apply every 2 hours and especially after
having been in the water.
Have a safe holiday!
No comments:
Post a Comment