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D Deficiency Linked to Weight Gain
Recent research published in the Journal of Women’s Health shows a correlation between insufficient vitamin D levels and increased weight gain in older women.
The study, conducted by the nonprofit Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research, examined more than 4,600 …
Master Social Media in 12 Minutes a Day
Use pragmatic advice from the article “Yes, You Need to Tweet” from Entrepreneur.com to leverage social media for success in your business – and remain sane while doing it. Maintaining a presence on all social media and online platforms can …
Money-Making Machine
Smart Tan Downtown has become the largest national tradeshow for indoor tanning, due in part to the comprehensive seminars that address the needs of today’s salons. Every year is a new educational experience, and 2012 is no exception. This year, …
‘Vitamin D Dogs’ Raise D Awareness
As part of a community art project, West Michigan-based salon chain Midnite Sun & Cruise decorated wooden sculpture ‘Vitamin D Dogs’ to raise awareness of the powerful health impact of vitamin D.
The Grand Haven arf Walk is a community …
Rules for Responding to Customer Complaints
Make amends with disgruntled customers and ensure that you will retain their business with the help of “The Six Golden Rules of Satisfying the Unhappy Customer” from AllBusiness.com. With a limited number of potential customers in your area, there’s nothing …
Changing the Debate
Building on the success of the half-day, pre-conference Vitamin D Foundation Scientific Symposium at Smart Tan Downtown in October 2011, we’re putting together a program this year to fully connect the dots on the UV-vitamin D conundrum. The vitamin D …
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UV’s Disputed Melanoma Link
“Less than three-tenths of 1 percent who tanned frequently developed melanoma while less than two-tenths of 1 percent who didn’t tan developed melanoma.” — from the article, “Tanning Beds: What Do The Numbers Really Mean” by Dr. Ivan Oransky, editor …
Salon Owner Meets With Congressman
Lisa Brooking of True Colors Tanning recently had the opportunity to meet with her local Congressman, discuss industry issues and educate him on the benefits of responsible tanning.
Brooking thanked Indiana 9th district Congressman Todd Young for co-sponsoring the …
