What are the risks and benefits of sun exposure?
Not only can sunlight provide warmth and generally make you feel good, it’s also a major source of vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium. But too much sun exposure can lead to things like sunburn, heat exhaustion and dehydration, as well as longer-term conditions like wrinkles, age spots and even skin cancer. What are the different types of UV rays and how do they affect my family’s skin? There are 3 different types of ultraviolet (UV) rays: • UVA rays: UVA rays make up the majority of UV light absorbed by your skin. They are responsible for aging your skin and causing wrinkles, sun damage and skin cancer. They are not only found in sunlight, but also in tanning beds. • UVB rays: UVB rays are most responsible for sunburns and skin cancer. They break down the skin’s ability to absorb antioxidants, making it difficult for the skin to repair itself. UVB rays are stronger than UVA rays and strongest during the summer. • UVC rays: Though UVC rays are the strongest of all the UV ray
