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Vitamin D Deficiency Tied to Doubled Schizophrenia Risk: Study
Those who were vitamin D deficient were more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with schizophrenia in a recent meta-analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.
Encompassing 19 different observational studies and 2,804 total participants, the …
Inspired Ideas: Leif Vasstrom, Supra Brands
With his experience as both a salon owner and manufacturer, Leif Vasstrom continues to support the success of indoor tanning businesses across North America and beyond. As a result Supra Brands enjoys ongoing growth and a sterling reputation for quality …
The Vitamin D Council Launches 2014 Fundraiser
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA (July 23, 20014) – Today, the Vitamin D Council launched a fundraising pledge drive. The goal is to raise $60,000 in thirty days. The fundraiser takes place from July 23 to August 22 online at http://pledge.vitamindcouncil.org…
Sun Avoidance: A Risk Factor for Mortality?
By Jeff Nicklas, Vitamin D Council
In a study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, researchers found that avoiding sun exposure may increase the risk for all-cause mortality in women.
In past articles, we’ve covered the positive and negative …
Ready, Set, Go! STN Tradeshow Floor is Worth Running To See
Walking onto the tradeshow floor at Smart Tan Nashville for the first time is a sensational experience. It’s big, it’s bright, and it’s definitely colorful. It’s packed with the latest in equipment and skincare technology, the biggest names and brightest …
Your Customers’ Three Favorite Words
There are so many “buzzwords” out there that people supposedly love to hear, and new trendy ones appearing all the time, but the Entrepreneur.com article “The 3 Words Your Customers Love Most” recommends sticking with the classics. There’s nothing surprising …
Sun-Starved Town Installed Giant Mirrors for a Brighter Winter
While some might try to convince you otherwise, we all know that humans naturally need, crave, and relish sun exposure. Case in point: It took more than 100 years to accomplish, but one Norwegian town last year completed its mission …
What Does the New FDA Sunbed Standard Mean for Your Salon?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued its final order reclassifying tanning beds as class II medical devices. Although some deem the ruling as controversial, many leaders assert that the change was not unexpected since the FDA published new …
