Posts Tagged ‘outdoor’
Protecting Kids From the Sun
Written by suNNy on 6 January 2010 – 7:05 -
The sun’s rays are strongest between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Keep this in mind when planning your family’s outdoor activities. I often take my kids to the beach or park later in the day in order to avoid both sunburns and the crowds. … Sunscreen is probably your best weapon in the fight against sun damage. The higher the SPF, the more protection you’ll receive. Opt for a sunscreen of at least SPF 15, though I recommend higher SPF regardless of how dark or fair your …
Tags: kids, outdoor, SPF, sunburn
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Sun Safety 101 – Tips to Help Minimize Your Risk of Skin Cancer …
Written by suNNy on 3 August 2009 – 8:40 -
The good weather’s finally here, and we’re all eager to get out in the sun and have some fresh air. Spending time outdoors is part of a healthy, active life. But whether you enjoy tennis, hiking, sunbathing , or sea-bathing, … Experts recommend products with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. The SPF number represents the level of protection against UVB rays provided by the sunscreen (Very Roughly Speaking: the duration of effectiveness of a sunscreen can be …
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