The antioxidant lycopene, found in tomatoes, can help limit the skin-damaging effects of UV radiation. We're all exposed to a certain degree of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, whether that's from outdoor sun exposure or from UV radiation through a window. Over time, the cumulative effects of that radiation start to appear on our skin as visible sun damage. That means bad news for your skin. That damage will eventually appear on your skin as brown spots, fine lines and wrinkles. O

While spices are prized for their wonderful flavors, many ancient cultures also used spices for their health-promoting properties. Research has now found that many spices are, indeed, health-promoting. Research has found that many spices are valuable sources of phytonutrients. (Phytonutrients are plant-derived chemicals that have health-promoting properties.) Why are spices such powerful skin-saving agents? First, because they're potent sources of antioxidants. And second, b

Spices such as turmeric may act to protect our skin from sun damage While spices are prized for their wonderful flavors, many ancient cultures also used spices for their health-promoting properties. Research has now found that many spices are, indeed, health-promoting. Research has found that many spices are valuable sources of phytonutrients. (Phytonutrients are plant-derived chemicals that have health-promoting properties.) Why are spices such powerful skin-saving agents?

We're all exposed to a certain degree of ultraviolet (UV) radiation daily, whether that's from outdoor sun exposure or from UV radiation through a window. Over time, the cumulative effects of that radiation start to appear on our skin as visible sun damage. That means bad news for your skin. That damage will eventually appear on your skin as brown spots, fine lines and wrinkles. Over time, you'll start to see deeper wrinkles and a sagging jawline. Here's the good news: We now

"What kind of sunblock should I use?" This is a question that I'm often asked. To start with, choosing the right sunblock means more than just looking at the SPF factor. 1. What do I mean when I say the SPF factor isn't enough? The SPF factor refers only to protection against UVB radiation, the type of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that causes sunburns. You also need protection against UVA radiation, which is the kind that causes aging of the skin. (UVB for burns, UVA for aging)

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in America. The number of cases of skin cancer is higher than that of breast cancer, colon cancer, and lung cancer combined. This is why dermatologists are so adamant about using the right type of sun protection. What is sun protection? To start with, sun protection is about more than just using sunblock. And using sunblock means more than just looking at the SPF factor. What do I mean by sun protection? Sun protection means limiting the