Articles for tag: Ultraviolet Light

Glofish

Glofish™ are genetically modified Zebra Danios. They have had genes added from other species to make them glow fluorescently. They were developed as a first stage of a project to produce fish that would glow only in the presence of pollutants. The Glofish™ glow in all sorts of water; in the present form they do ...

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Why the Shampoo You Use Doesn’t Matter

Shampoo commercials have been promising to make our hair thicker, stronger, longer, and more perfect since the 1970’s. But do those promises really stack up? Several studies have indicated that the shampoo you use really doesn’t matter, except in a few circumstances. Here’s why: Shampoo is a Detergent Shampoo’s primary function is to remove things ...

Sun Poisoning Guide: Symptoms and Treatment

Sun poisoning, medically known as photodermatitis, is an allergic reaction brought on by exposure to the ultraviolet rays of sunlight. It is most common during the summer months when ultraviolet light is at its strongest, but can occur at any time during the year. Sun poisoning is usually associated with sunburn and many people use ...

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Prevent Wrinkles with Sun Protection

A tan is a sign that there is irreparable damage being done to your skin. In spite of the evidence that tans are damaging to the epidermis, the media continues to portray glowing good health as a unnatural brown tan. The Ultraviolet light that we are exposed to every time we go into the sun ...

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An Overview of Discoid Lupus in Dogs

Lisa panicked when the vet mentioned lupus after evaluating her five-year-old Collie. However, she calmed down once the doctor explained that the dog had discoid lupus, a fairly benign form when compared to the type of lupus that affects the entire body. What is Discoid Lupus in Dogs? This disorder is considered a localized form ...

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Should You Use a Tanning Bed While Pregnant?

Using a tanning bed during your pregnancy can potentially have serious consequences for your baby and overall health. In addition to skin damage, premature aging and increased risk for skin cancer, tanning lamps can also contribute to several birth defects such as spinal bifida and other spinal malformations. Although research has not yet proven a ...