Vital substances (= macro- and micronutrients) are building blocks that our body needs for its diverse cell and organ functions. The human organism has needed these “vital substances” since the beginning of human history, that is, for 4.4 million years. Some vital substances can be produced by our body itself, but many must be ingested … Macro- and Micronutrients: What Are Vital Nutrients?
Hyperpigmentation is the appearance of pigmented spots on individual areas of the body or on the entire body. These spots have no health effects, but can be perceived as unaesthetic. Above all, direct sunlight should be avoided to prevent and treat hyperpigmentation. What is hyperpigmentation? Hyperpigmentation, also known as chloasma or melasma, occurs as patches … Hyperpigmentation: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Introduction The solarium is an artificial radiation source that imitates sunlight. Modern solariums offer different strengths of UV radiation to achieve different degrees of cosmetic skin tanning. In Germany, visits to solariums are only permitted from the age of 18 years onward upon presentation of a valid photo ID. This has to do above all … Solarium – What you should know
How can I reduce the damage? In general, we can only expressly advise against visiting the solarium. It is similar to smoking: No consumption is the best prevention. However, if a person does not want to do without the solarium, there are at least some things that can be done to reduce the damage. One … How can I reduce the damage? | Solarium – What you should know
How long should you go to the solarium? There are no recommendations for the duration of a visit to the solarium. Since the solarium is harmful to health, no matter how short or long a visit is, no duration can be recommended. The shorter the visit and the lower the radiation dose, the better it … How long should you go to the solarium? | Solarium – What you should know
Solarium visits against neurodermatitis Neurodermatitis is a chronic recurrent disease associated with dry skin, eczema and a tendency to allergies. The skin of neurodermatitis sufferers is very sensitive and susceptible to damage. Light therapy, mostly in combination with glucocorticoids, is an established treatment option for neurodermatitis. Within the scope of light therapy the skin is … Solarium visits against neurodermatitis | Solarium – What you should know
Synonyms in a broader sense UV – light, ultraviolet light, ultraviolet radiation English: uv – radiation Introduction The term UV radiation is an abbreviation for “ultraviolet radiation” (also: ultraviolet light or UV light) and describes a certain wave range of light. The most important natural source of UV radiation is the sun, but others can … UV radiation
Effect on the skin UV radiation in general is very energy-rich and has several important meanings for humans. Probably the best known of these is the risk it poses to the skin. Here one must differentiate also again between the effect of the UV-A and the UV-B radiation. UV-A radiation does not have such a … Effect on the skin | UV radiation
